UK to Ban New Coal Mines in Major Clean Energy Shift

The Labour government aims to phase out coal, marking a pivotal step towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

The UK government will introduce legislation to ban new coal mines, aligning with its commitment to clean energy leadership.
The decision follows the closure of Britain's last coal-fired power station, Ratcliffe-on-Soar, marking the end of coal power generation in the UK.
The Labour government, under Ed Miliband, is pushing to decarbonize the electricity grid by 2030, with broader climate goals set for 2050.
Legal challenges previously halted the development of a new coal mine in Whitehaven, Cumbria, which was intended for steelmaking.
Exceptions to the ban will be limited and include safety, restoration purposes, and protection of historic mining rights in certain areas.