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Havering Council Expresses Disappointment Over Waste Collection Strike

Council apologises to residents affected by the Unite and FCC industrial action, urging constructive dialogue.

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Havering Council has expressed its disappointment following industrial action by Unite involving FCC waste collection staff this week.

Councillor Martynas Cekavicius, Havering's Cabinet Member for Public Realm, stated that the council is "extremely disappointed" that the strike has proceeded. He apologised to residents who may have been affected by the situation, describing it as "unprecedented."
The council's position has been consistent, with close contact maintained between FCC and Unite throughout the week to encourage a negotiated settlement and prevent industrial action. The council "sincerely hope[s] that a dispute of this nature will not arise again."
Havering Council emphasised the importance of FCC and Unite continuing to work together constructively and maintaining open dialogue to prevent similar disputes in the future.
Based on information from the official source: London Borough of Havering (30/10/2026)

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