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The government may give the green light for a new coal mine to be sunk in Cumbria extending out under the Sea. There is considerable local support for new jobs and the coal, metallurgical coal used to produce steel is 40% imported from Russia a situation unlikely to continue.
The decision is expected within 14 days following a report into the proposal. There may be opposition elsewhere in the country though.
The decision is expected within 14 days following a report into the proposal. There may be opposition elsewhere in the country though.
Johnson hints that new coal mine for Cumbria will get go-ahead
The government faces a huge decision over what to do in Cumbria, amid employment and climate concerns.
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