Part of the debate – in Westminster Hall at 6:06 pm on 21 January 2026.
Wendy Morton
Shadow Minister (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office)
6:06,
21 January 2026
I thank all Members, across Westminster Hall, for their contributions. As my hon. Friend Paul Holmes says, it feels like a topsy-turvy world of politics when we agree on a certain topic, but it shows that occasionally it can be done. That said, the message is very clear: the people of Birmingham and the wider west midlands deserve better. Our collective message to the Government is also very clear: “Get a grip, Minister. Get everyone around the table. Bring an end to this strike, once and for all. For the sake of the city, the wider west midlands, the residents and our constituents, please take responsibility.”
Question put and agreed to.
Resolved,
That this House
has considered Government support for waste collection in Birmingham and the West Midlands.
Sitting adjourned.
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