ATH Resources get the go-ahead at Netherton
ATH Resources plc have had their application to mine up to 4 million tonnes of coal reserves and resources from their proposed Netherton mine approved by the local planning authority in East Ayrshire.
Following the completion of normal planning formalities, it is anticipated that coal production will commence in the fourth quarter of 2010 and will continue for a period of six years.
Tom Allchurch, chief executive of ATH Resources, said: ‘This planning approval ensures not only the long-term continuation of the Group’s coal production, but also generates further employment in East Ayrshire, where we have been a major employer for 12 years.
‘Netherton, which will employ 110 people, is an important cornerstone in the future of our business and the local economy, and we are extremely pleased to secure this important approval.’
Following the completion of normal planning formalities, it is anticipated that coal production will commence in the fourth quarter of 2010 and will continue for a period of six years.
Tom Allchurch, chief executive of ATH Resources, said: ‘This planning approval ensures not only the long-term continuation of the Group’s coal production, but also generates further employment in East Ayrshire, where we have been a major employer for 12 years.
‘Netherton, which will employ 110 people, is an important cornerstone in the future of our business and the local economy, and we are extremely pleased to secure this important approval.’
