Concerns over materials used in Maltby mine restoration

Concerns over materials used in mine restoration The colliery closed in 2013, and the above-ground structures were demolished in 2014 The Environment Agency is investigating material which was used to fill the former Maltby Colliery as part of a restoration scheme, after concerns were raised over the presence of potential contaminants such as glass and plastic. A spokesperson said the site was inspected in December, with staff "focusing on the nature of the final surface restoration material, including Compost-Like Output (CLO)". They said work to classify the material was "ongoing"....