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The union at the centre of the bins strike dispute has argued that Birmingham Labour has ‘lost its grip on power’ following a tense vote.

The city council’s ruling Labour group dramatically lost a vote at the most recent full council meeting following recent resignations, a defection and absences.

A number of councillors who have quit the party have expressed deep concern over the council’s direction, with a financial crisis and bins strike casting a shadow over the city in recent months.

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Labour have also recently lost a seat in the Moseley ward to the Liberal Democrats following a by-election where the strike became a major talking point.

The vote, concerning counc

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