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Man dies at Boulby Potash mine

A man has died after a suspected 'gas blow-out' at Boulby Potash mine in East Cleveland.

The incident happened early on the morning of June 17.

A gas blow-out is described as being "a sudden and powerful release of gas."

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Mine Death: Union calls for prompt investigation

Unite the union has called for prompt investigation into the death of one of their members at Boulby potash mine in Middlesbrough.

Unite regional officer Tim Bush said:

Unite offers its deepest sympathy to the family and friends of the member who died in this tragic incident. Our thoughts are with them, as well as his colleagues and the wider community at this difficult time.

The circumstances of the accident are now being investigated by the Mines Inspectorate. It is not appropriate to speculate until a full investigation has been carried out.

Unite will be offering its support and legal assistance to the family at this sad time.”

– Unite regional officer Tim Bush

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