2009 Leeds refuse workers' strike
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The 2009 Leeds refuse workers strike is an ongoing industrial dispute in Leeds, United Kingdom between Leeds City Council and the city's binmen.[1]
Background
The strike began on September 7th 2009[2] and is over the city council's plans to equalise the pay of men and women, which some workers argue will see considerable reductions in their wages.
Council Reactions
On October 27 2009, with the strike having lasted for eight weeks, the council began advertising for new refuse workers. The council said it was advertising for staff in order to meet its target of a fortnightly black bin collection.[3]
References
- ^ Wainwright, Martin (21 October 2009). "Leeds bin strike continues after crews reject 'best and final' deal". The Guardian. Retrieved 22 October 2009.
- ^ Robinson, Andrew (4 September 2009). "Leeds bin strike starts Monday and could last for weeks". Yorkshire Post. Retrieved 24 October 2009.
- ^ "Bin strike council recruits staff". BBC Online. 27 October 2009. Retrieved 27 October 2009.
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