Birmingham is facing a major crisis due to ongoing bin strikes that have left 17,000 tonnes of rubbish piling up across the city.<br /><br />Since March 11, Unite union members have been on strike over pay and job cuts, with no resolution in sight.<br /><br />Residents have compared the city’s condition to a “third world country” and a “war zone,” citing an explosion in the rat population and concerns for public health.<br /><br />Birmingham City Council declared a major incident on March 30 due to the growing health risks and environmental damage.<br /><br />Despite contingency plans, strikes have prevented waste collections, exacerbating the situation.
