Refusal of coal mine plans means British steam railways may look to Russia to stay in business [Heritage Railway Association]
Date: 18/12/2020
Newcastle City Council has refused planning permission for a new surface coal mine at Dewley Hill. The decision means an end to UK-based coal production, and has dashed the hopes of Britain^s heritage railways, who need affordable coal to continue operating.
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HRA.DewleyHillRefusalTurnsHeritageRailToImportedCoal.18-12-20.docx
Heritage Railway Association - Press Release [Word document]
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