Birmingham City Council’s leader faces down pressure to quit over bin dispute
Jon Clancy was battling for his political survival today as he faced down calls to quit over the long-running bin dispute.
The MJ reported that a leadership challenge is in preparation, with three Labour councillors trying to replace Clancy but the group split on who should stand against him.
The council recently announced it was issuing redundancies to protect its legal and financial position but there would be no job losses.
Clancy agreed to the move recommended despite striking an alternative deal with trade union Unite.
Latest News
30/04/2026 - 10:18
The English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill has received Royal Assent has received Royal Assent and giving more powers to local government and communities
30/04/2026 - 10:00
The Tobacco and Vapes has been granted Royal Assent, aiming to create a smoke-free generation.
29/04/2026 - 12:35
4,000 staff at the Department for Work and Pensions have completed part of training designed to transform how the government supports autistic peop
28/04/2026 - 11:21
The government has confirmed it will bring forward further reforms to Right to Buy, the scheme which allows eligible council tenants in England to
28/04/2026 - 10:13
The government has published a new strategy, which describes how the Government Science and Engineering (GSE) profession will strengthen capability
