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Old 12-03-2009, 21:00   #22
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Re: The Miner's Strike - 25 years ago yesterday..

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Originally Posted by martyh View Post
however i do think that now is right time to look at re-opening some of the pits,given the level of modern technology compared to 25yrs ago i think we could make a much better job of it
Most if not all, abandoned pits can't be reopened without spending an unrealistically large amount of money and untried engineering. Once a pit is allowed to flood and fall into disrepair it's gone for good.
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