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Tin Mining Subsidence Bill

A Bill to require the Coal Authority to undertake remedial works on properties with subsidence damage as a result of tin mining; to make provision for the Coal Authority to make compensation payments in lieu of such works; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

19 September 2019

In Plain English

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Tin Mining Subsidence Bill would require the Coal Authority to repair homes and other properties damaged by subsidence from tin mining. If repairs aren’t carried out, the Authority could instead pay compensation to the affected owners or occupiers. The bill also sets out related powers and provisions to enable these arrangements to work.

Key Points

  • Obliges the Coal Authority to carry out remedial works on properties damaged by subsidence caused by tin mining.
  • Allows the Coal Authority to make compensation payments in lieu of such remedial works.
  • Includes connected provisions to administer and implement these arrangements (e.g., related definitions, funding and processes).

Who is affected?

Homeowners and occupiers of properties damaged by tin-mining subsidenceLandlords and owners of rental properties in tin-mining areas affected by subsidenceLocal residents and communities in historic tin-mining regions

Generated 21 February 2026

Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

9 Jul 2019

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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Tin Mining Subsidence

1 Jan 1970
The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

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