'One hell of a gamble for any investor': Labour signals it would block Cumbria coal mine

James Murray
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'One hell of a gamble for any investor': Labour signals it would block Cumbria coal mine

Opposition confirms it would would look to block opening of controversial coal mine, as reports reveal planning inspector has spoken of anguish over pit closures

The fall out from the government's approval of plans for the controversial Woodhouse Colliery in Cumbria has continued, with Labour signalling it would work to block the mine from opening if it wins the...

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