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The company behind controversial proposals for a new coal mine in Whitehaven has withdrawn its planning application. | ITV ...

The company behind a proposed development for the UK’s first coal mine in 30 years has withdrawn its planning application.

The Government has confirmed that West Cumbria Mining (WCM) has withdrawn its planning application for the Whitehaven coal mine.

The Government confirmed on Friday that West Cumbria Mining withdrew its application for the site near Whitehaven.

Plans for the UK's first deep coal mine in more than 30 years have officially been abandoned. Planning permission for the ...