- Birmingham bin collectors have rejected a proposed pay deal, prolonging the ongoing strike in the city.
- Unite, the union representing the workers, says the deal included substantial pay cuts and did not address potential cuts for drivers.
- The strike, which began on March 11, has led to piles of uncollected waste and complaints from residents about rodents and stench.
- The British Army has been deployed to provide logistical support in dealing with the accumulating rubbish.
- Unite and Birmingham City Council disagree on the number of workers affected by the proposed pay cuts.
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