Here is all the information you need to know about the ongoing problem with Birmingham's bins, which has led to a build up of waste on the city's streets.
Refuse workers are on strike after a dispute between themselves and Birmingham City Council which has been caused by the downgrading of 113 jobs.
Residents from across the country's second city have continued to raise concerns over hygiene and health as the refuse workers bin strikes look set to continue in to sixth week, with union bosses warning it could last as long as Christmas.
Everything you need to know about the mediators who could help resolve the Birmingham bin dispute.
Talks have been taking place today between Birmingham City Council leader John Clancy and the union Unite over the ongoing bin dispute.
Residents in Birmingham have been getting in touch about the council bin collections which were due to take place last week.