Scots are bracing for further bin strikes as the first wave of walkouts come to an end.
Edinburgh refuse workers have returned to work on Wednesday, August 30 as industrial action continues across the country.
Rubbish quickly began piling up on August 18 when a strike in Edinburgh began in the midst of the festival season. Widespread disruption followed as workers in 13 councils - including Glasgow, Aberdeen, and Dundee - walked out in action that is still ongoing.