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Possible strike action by refuse and street cleaning workers

Friday, 3 July 2026 17:54

Great Yarmouth's council leader says he will not be held to ransom by a refuse in street cleaning workers threatening strike action.

Great Yarmouth's council leader says he will not be held to ransom by refuse and street cleaning workers threatening strike action.

Around 100 Great Yarmouth services staff could walk out over pay.

Unions want a 20% rise, while the councillors offered 3.3%.

Council leader Carl Smith says the demand is unaffordable and contingency plans are in place.

 

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