Birmingham City Council is considering up to 600 job cuts as it grapples with a significant debt of £300 million. The GMB union has expressed concerns about the potential impact of the job cuts, with the looming threat of strike action that could bring the city to a halt. 'Robust' discussions have been held between union representatives and Birmingham's leadership over the plans.
'Robust' talks held over Birmingham City Council job cuts, says union | By @LewisJWarner https://t.co/6Uz4Igd1JC
‘Robust’ discussions have been held between union reps and Birmingham’s leadership over plans to axe 600 jobs. There’s a looming threat of strike action which it’s claimed would bring the city to a halt. More on @itvcentral in the West Midlands at 6 o’clock. https://t.co/cClqWZGvcx
The GMB union is reacting after Birmingham City Council says up to 600 jobs could be made redundant. https://t.co/LcpMs83Glg
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