The Latest Breaking News from Coal Authority

West of England coalmines to be mapped for renewable energy potential

Regional mayor Dan Norris launches project to explore potential for former mines to produce low-carbon heat

The Guardian - UK · Jan 30, 2024

Owner of former Nottinghamshire colliery says Coal Authority 'riding roughshod' over its history

Plans for the future of the former Clipstone Colliery include opening a heritage museum to showcase its mining history.

Nottingham Post · Apr 13, 2023

Emergency services called after 'ground collapse' in Scottish town

An investigation is underway in Ayr after the Coal Authority sectioned off part of a street at the weekend.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 28, 2023

Disused coal mines in South Gloucestershire could be used to heat and cool homes

There are "a number of areas of interest" in South Gloucestershire

Bristol Post · Dec 15, 2022

Glasgow plan to build flats on coal mining risk site faces decision delay

Developers lodged an appeal after the council previously rejected the proposal

Glasgow Live · Oct 6, 2022

Floodwater from disused Welsh mines could be used to heat homes

A project will investigate if naturally warm water in disused mines could be used to heat homes and businesses

Wales Online · Jul 14, 2022

Controversial Saddleworth housing development compared to a 'saveloy sausage' approved by councillors

Campaigners trying to stop the Knowls Lane development of more than 200 homes had previously lost a judicial review

Manchester Evening News · Jul 14, 2022

Aberpergwm coal mine expansion to face judicial review

The Coal Action Network said the judicial review indicates it has a solid case to challenge the lawfulness of the expansion plans

Birmingham Post · Jul 5, 2022

Railway sinkhole to cause more train disruption as Ayrshire repair work extended into the summer

Experts have told how the investigation is a complex process.

Daily Record · Jul 1, 2022

Huge sinkhole beside Scots railway line leads to suspended services as engineers probe discovery

Passengers will be affected with a bus replacement service in operation until further notice.

Daily Record · Jun 7, 2022