Refuse Rebellion: Birmingham's Fight

The article details the widespread anger and disillusionment among London bus drivers and other transport workers with the Labour Party, particularly focusing on the Unite union's endorsement of Sadiq Khan for reelection as Mayor of London. The workers express frustration with Khan's policies, citing issues such as below-inflation pay raises, deteriorating working conditions, and the imposition of unpopular policies like the Silvertown Tunnel project. The article highlights the gap between the Labour Party's historical roots in representing the working class and its current policies. Workers express that the party no longer represents their interests and feel betrayed by the Unite union's support for Khan, who they see as prioritizing corporate interests over the needs of transport workers. The anger extends beyond Khan to encompass the broader political establishment, with workers expressing a general distrust of politicians and a sense that their voices are not being heard. The article emphasizes the workers' search for an alternative political voice and their growing awareness of the need for independent action to defend their rights and improve their working conditions. find the original article here: https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2025/04/13/dldf-a13.html