Compensation for interference with mining and minerals rights
What can the owner of mining and mineral rights do if their mineral rights are…
December 5, 2022 By Richard Bagwell
Court of Appeal rejects mining operator’s pre-contract documents defence
A mining operator has recently paid a heavy price in the Court of Appeal[1], after…
October 6, 2022 By Stephens Scown
Mineral Exploration – how to obtain mineral rights
How can mineral operators obtain rights for mineral exploration from uncooperative landowners? There is a…
October 6, 2022 By Stephens Scown
Who owns the mineral rights in my land?
In an edition of Rural Newslink published some years ago, I wrote about the move to…
July 31, 2022 By Scott Mitchell
Power to the people
Employee ownership is increasing in popularity, particularly in the UK and USA. Our Employee Ownership…
November 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
The Lifecycle of a Mine
There are many stages to the lifecycle of a mine and it’s important to understand…
August 25, 2021 By Chris Tofts
Restoring Mineral Sites – restoration and aftercare
What conditions do you need to be aware of when restoring mineral sites and maintaining…
June 4, 2021 By Chris Tofts
Three deals in one day for Cornish Metals
We are delighted to have advised on three new deals, completed in one day, for…
March 10, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Stephens Scown advises Cornish Metals Inc. on AIM listing
We are pleased to have advised Cornish Metals Inc. on its recent listing on London’s…
March 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Data protection for mining, minerals and aggregates businesses
Recent security breaches at mineral companies highlight the importance of getting data protection right. The…
October 30, 2020 By Stephens Scown
New mining technologies
There have been some fascinating developments in new mining technologies in recent months. One of…
October 30, 2020 By Stephens Scown
What is a mining lease and why does it matter?
In the current uncertain economic climate it is worth considering what implications the law might…
July 24, 2020 By Sam Dunstan