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Britain approves first new coal mine in decades

Summary by Ground News

Britain's Conservative government approves first new coal mine in three decades. Decision condemned by environmentalists as a leap backwards in fight against climate change. Government reversed a ban on building new onshore windfarms in Britain. Opponents call that announcement a cynical attempt to offset criticism of mine decision.

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BBC News

First UK coal mine in decades approved

Climate experts and Tory MPs argued the Cumbria mine would scupper UK efforts to lower emissions.

1 year ago·United Kingdom

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The Guardian

UK’s first new coalmine for 30 years gets go-ahead in Cumbria

Michael Gove greenlights £165m project that will produce estimated 400,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions a year

1 year ago·London, United Kingdom

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Reuters

Britain approves first new coal mine in decades despite climate targets

Britain approved its first new deep coal mine in decades on Wednesday to produce the high-polluting fuel for use in steelmaking, a decision which drew criticism from opponents who say it will hinder climate targets.

1 year ago·United Kingdom

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Daily Mirror

Cumbria coal mine approved by Tory government - the first in 30 years

The long-awaited move - set to anger campaigners and some Tory MPs - will allow coal from Whitehaven in Cumbria to be used for producing steel and prevent foreign imports

1 year ago·London, United Kingdom

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