Noranda says no mining outside authorised areas
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Noranda Jamaica Bauxite Partners has issued a statement regarding mining operations said to be taking place in the Cockpit Country.
In the media release the company said that, “Noranda Jamaica Bauxite Partners has not conducted mining operations outside of St Ann or outside of areas authorised by the Jamaica Bauxite Institute and the Commissioner of Mines”.
Additionally, the company said it has received all necessary permits for the area in which mining is taking place.
“Other areas may require different permits, but Noranda has not conducted mining operations in those areas”, the company said.
The release also stated that “Noranda has and continues to comply fully with its agreements with and authorisations from the Government of Jamaica, the Commissioner of Mines, and the JBI”.
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