Wealden bin strikes: Agreement sees bin crews return

Rubbish piled up during the seven week strike

A deal has been reached to end the Wealden district bin strike, according to the GMB union.

The GMB's refuse collectors walked out on 25 April in a dispute over pay with employers Biffa, with the original offer being rejected by 93%.

On Tuesday afternoon the union announced it had accepted a pay offer of between 24% and 27%, depending on members' roles.

It said workers would resume kerbside collections on Wednesday.

Gary Palmer, GMB Regional Organiser said: "Our members have successfully earned themselves a massive pay rise, but this is simply just reward for the demanding and very important job that they do every day.

"This is a massive pay deal and it is testament to their determination and drive of the members."

The strike was initially scheduled to last two weeks, but was extended by the GMB.

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