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11/06/2015
Planning Approved For Open Cast Mining Operation To Be Extended Underground
The green light has been given for an existing open cast mining operation in Omagh to be extended underground.
The permission for the mining of gold, silver and lead includes approval for a further 15 years of work at the operation in the Cavanacaw area.
The underground works within the existing mine site area will extend to a length of 600 metres and up to a depth of 350 metres. The proposed extension will include the progressive restoration of the above ground site to ensure the protection and enhancement of landscape and habitat over time.
(CD)
The permission for the mining of gold, silver and lead includes approval for a further 15 years of work at the operation in the Cavanacaw area.
The underground works within the existing mine site area will extend to a length of 600 metres and up to a depth of 350 metres. The proposed extension will include the progressive restoration of the above ground site to ensure the protection and enhancement of landscape and habitat over time.
(CD)
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