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Second week of public inquiry focusses on mining giants need for coal

In week two of a five week public inquiry [1], instigated by a small Cumbrian charity backed by global support, the focus is on a mining giants’ evidence of a need for coal. The internationally connected West Cumbria Mining Company (WCM) [2] wants planning permission to operate a new coal mine on the west coast

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Mining giant’s plans under public scrutiny after four year fight by tiny Cumbria charity

After a four year fight by a tiny Cumbrian charity, and unprecedented national and global concern; a four week inquiry [1] starting on Tuesday 7 September sees a mining giant [2] face public scrutiny of its plans for a new coal mine in Cumbria. South Lakes Action on Climate Change (SLACC) will lead [3] on

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Global Thought Festival

There’s so much in store this week @globalthoughtfestival.   The Global Thought Festival – YouTube Plus new features all week including infographics on the Importance of Equality, content from Featured Creators, and an exploration of Soils, Soil Biodiversity, and Why It Matters with Stuart Lockton on Friday at 4pm.Jemima and The Global Thought Festival Download QR

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Active Travel Consultation

You are encouraged to respond to the CCC consultation on active travel between 7th and 28th May 2021. For Kendal click here If you would like to be part of a group developing a SLACC response please register your interest by e mailing us at slacc@slacc.org.uk. There are also links for Barrow and Carlisle consultations.

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