Regulator Profile

Mining Remediation Authority

Mining Remediation Authority (formerly Coal Authority)

Enforcement Regulator
4
Areas of regulation
2
Laws enforced
Great Britain

Quick links

Visit official website Email Mining Remediation Authority Call 0345 762 6848
Hazard Reporting Mine Water Mining Licensing Subsidence

What Mining Remediation Authority does

Manages effects of historical coal mining in England, Scotland, and Wales. Handles subsidence damage claims, mine water pollution, and other mining legacy issues. Owns majority of coal in Great Britain on behalf of the nation. Licenses coal mining operations. Provides mining reports for property transactions.

Additional information

Renamed from Coal Authority in November 2024 to reflect broader mining remediation role. 24-hour hazard line: 0800 288 4242. Based in Mansfield.

Legal framework

Legislation that Mining Remediation Authority enforces.

Primary legislation

Sectors regulated

Construction Environment Mining