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Homes Demolished in Clackmannanshire Village Over Mining Subsidence
8/28/2026, 2:44:52 AM
Demolition Orders and Immediate Impact
Residents of Coalsnaughton, a village in Clackmannanshire, have been informed that 60 houses on Benbuck View and Dunmoss View must be demolished after ground movement rendered the properties unsafe. The decision follows a meeting held on Thursday evening with local council officials and representatives of the Mining Remediation Authority (MRA). In total, 97 properties in the village have already been evacuated because of the subsidence.
Background to the Subsidence Issue
The village sits atop former coal-mining seams that have long been prone to ground instability. The MRA, the body responsible for addressing legacy mining damage, has been monitoring the area and coordinating remediation efforts. While the current evacuation and demolition orders focus on the two most severely affected streets, two additional streets will undergo remediation work to make them safe for continued habitation.
Official Statements & Responses
The local council and the MRA briefed residents that demolition is necessary to protect public safety. The MRA confirmed that a more detailed statement will be released in the coming days. Council representatives emphasized that the priority is to ensure that remaining homes are structurally sound.
Compensation Uncertainty
Homeowners whose properties are slated for demolition will receive compensation payments, though several residents expressed uncertainty about the amount they will receive. The MRA acknowledged the concerns and indicated that compensation details will be clarified in forthcoming communications.
Next Steps
The demolition programme will proceed after the detailed MRA statement is published. Remediation work on the two other affected streets is scheduled to begin shortly, aiming to stabilise the ground and prevent further evacuations. Residents await final guidance on compensation and timelines for the demolition and remediation processes.
