North York Moors mineral mine set to get go-ahead

Promising to create over 1,000 jobs and pump 1bn-plus into the UK economy, the scheme has won over many locals but angered environmentalists

One of the biggest developments in a UK national park in living memory could get the go-ahead on Tuesday if councillors approve plans for a 1.7bn mineral mine under the North York Moors.

Following Lancashire council's surprise decision to defy its own planners and legal advisers by rejecting fracking on Monday, the meeting in Whitby will be closely watched by those keen to see whether big resources projects can win over local officials.