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restoration  

 

When coal extraction operations come to an end, the land is restored as part of a pre-agreed restoration plan. Scottish Coal understands the importance of restoring sites to the highest standards.

The restoration plan vary from site to site. In some areas it is preferable that the site is returned to its original land use (e.g. farming) and the original contours, hedgerows and woodlands are restored. At other sites, more imaginative restoration and after-use plans can be favoured including, new land-art projects, recreation and leisure, ponds and wetlands, nature reserves, industry or housing, golf courses or country parks.

Forward planning and imaginative proposals can act as a spur for new development, local employment and new opportunities.