Labour MP Jess Phillips stated that a deal to end the 14-month bin strike in Birmingham will be reached "when it gets done," offering no specific timeline for resolving the dispute. Speaking to BBC Radio WM ahead of next week's local elections, Phillips addressed the ongoing industrial action that has left rubbish piling up across the city.
The MP for Birmingham Yardley appeared on the station's election interview series, where all major parties have been questioned by presenter Ed James this week. Phillips avoided making any firm commitments on when the strike might conclude, emphasizing that negotiations are ongoing.
The bin strike, which has been a persistent issue for residents, has become a talking point in the local election campaign. Birmingham City Council has faced criticism over its handling of the dispute, which has seen workers walk out over pay and conditions.
Phillips' comments come as voters prepare to go to the polls, with the strike likely to influence opinions on Labour's management of the city. The dispute began over a year ago and has led to significant disruption in waste collection services.