Mining Remediation Authority

Great to see this update on mine water heat powering industry in #Gateshead. The @gateshead District Energy Scheme shows what's possible when former coalfield infrastructure is repurposed for clean energy - benefiting businesses and communities alike. #MineWaterHeat #CleanEnergy

To report a coal mine hazard, please call us on 0800 288 4242, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more information about the ground movement and this incident, please go to Clackmannanshire Council’s website: clacks.gov.uk/community/benb…

The priority of all Local Resilience Partners continues to be the safety of everyone involved, and we are doing everything we can to support @ClacksCouncil and those affected to respond as quickly and safely as possible.

UPDATE: As a precaution, the Local Resilience Partnership took the decision to ask residents to evacuate on nearby streets Langour and Nechtan Drive, meaning a total number of 97 homes have now been asked to evacuate.

Thirty-six properties have been evacuated as a precaution, and we are planning to carry out detailed investigations to determine the cause of the incident and any potential risks. To report a coal mine hazard, please call us on 0800 288 4242, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Incident: At around 9.30pm on Monday 18 May 2026, we were made aware of ground movement at Benbuck View, Coalsnaughton, Clackmannanshire, Scotland. We are working with @fire_scot, @PoliceScotland , and @ClacksCouncil and we have secured the site.

Wishing all our followers an enjoyable festive season! We remain open throughout the festive period, providing 24/7/365 incident and emergency response across Great Britain. Report coal mining hazards anytime on 0800 288 4242 ☎️

📅 Save the date! Join us week commencing 27 April 2026 at the IEA Mine Water Energy Symposium, for two days of talks from global experts on mine water heating, cooling and storage schemes worldwide. ♨️ More details soon.

We understand how unsettling this has been for residents, and their safety has been our top priority. Following extensive ground investigations, it's been found the sinkhole is not the result of historical coal mining. We'll continue to support partners and affected residents.

Update: Over the past 10 days, in our capacity as a category 2 responder, we have supported and worked with @blackburndarwen and Tilia Homes to keep people safe and to investigate the cause of the #sinkhole at Greenfield #Darwen.

We will continue working closely with the local authority to ensure the site is safe and residents are kept informed.

Update: We are currently in the process of filling and stabilising the sinkhole in the Green Field area of Darwen. Our initial investigations have shown evidence of historical mining and further detailed investigations will take place.

Investigations continue to determine the cause of the incident and where responsibility lies.

We received a report of a ground collapse in the Green Field area of Darwen yesterday lunchtime from @blackburndarwen. Keeping people safe is our top priority. We are working with the council and housing developers to secure and stabilise the collapse as quickly as possible.

@GeologyLeics @uniofleicester Welcome on board Manlin😊

Exciting News! Congratulations to Manlin now starting a new role as Sustainability Support Officer at the Mining Remediation Authority! We’re thrilled to see her passion for sustainability carry into this important position. Best of luck in this new role! 👏 @uniofleicester

Our mining data underpins everything we do, from protecting communities to enabling safe development. By migrating to the cloud, we've created the foundations for more secure, efficient and scalable services. 📖Read more in our 2025 to 2028 Business Plan: www2.groundstability.com/case-study/mak…

BGS has launched the UK Geothermal Platform, providing national- to local-scale info on geothermal potential. Geothermal technologies have the potential to decarbonise heating and cooling, supporting the energy transition to net zero in the UK. bgs.ac.uk/news/new-platf…

📢 Our 2024 to 2025 Annual Report is now live! This year’s report reflects on a pivotal 12 months for us. From keeping communities safe, delivering on our environmental commitments and strengthening community partnerships. Explore the report in full 👇 gov.uk/government/pub…

This year, we’ve delivered real impact, from protecting communities to pioneering mine water heat. As we launch our 2025 to 2028 Business Plan, we’re focused on delivery and innovation. We’re ready to take the next step toward our 2032 vision. 🔗 plans.groundstability.com

We remain committed to our 10-year vision to make a better future for people and the environment in mining areas. Our 2025 to 2028 Business Plan is the engine house of that vision, with a clear focus on delivery, innovation, and impact. Read more: plans.groundstability.com/our-vision