Birmingham, 5 June 2025 – Job&Talent, a world-leading marketplace for essential work, is aware of the ongoing industrial action involving refuse workers in Birmingham, and the recent allegations made against the company.
Job&Talent confirms that all staffing practices related to the three refuse depots across Birmingham are fully compliant with all applicable legislation. Staffing levels have been maintained in line with those that existed prior to the start of the industrial action, with no increase in numbers at any of the depots across the city.
A review was undertaken by the Employment Agency Standards (EAS) Inspectorate in the Department for Business and Trade (DBT), which Job&Talent fully cooperated with. The audit concluded with no findings of wrongdoing, reaffirming the company’s full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Job&Talent remains firmly committed to operating with transparency, integrity, and in full accordance with employment laws. It prioritises the rights, welfare, and safety of its workforce, maintaining regular communication to ensure all workers feel supported. Open to constructive dialogue with all stakeholders, the company will continue to act responsibly in supporting both clients and workers throughout this period.
