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1. Birmingham's Refuse Collection Strike A Public Health Crisis Amid Financial Collapse

Reply to TexasTowelie (Original post)

Tue Apr 22, 2025, 03:13 AM

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This situation in Birmingham is dire, with over 22,000 tons of garbage piling up due to the refuse collection strike. The city’s financial crisis, compounded by the council declaring bankruptcy in 2023, makes this cleanup effort even more challenging, now estimated to cost £200 million. It’s a serious public health concern, and hopefully, a resolution comes soon to prevent further damage.

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