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Dissecting a tragedy; Westray miners have their say on why 26 men died

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Mechanic Wayne Cheverie testified against the management of the Westray coal mine, the site of a fatal explosion on May 9, 1992 that killed 26. Cheverie spoke of several unsafe practices including the tampering with a methane monitor to allow mining machinery to operate at higher-than allowed methane levels.

Cases, Negligence, Criminal, Criminal negligence, Cheverie, Wayne

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Running for cover: from the start, the Westray mine was a disaster waiting to happen

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The families and friends of the 26 coal miners killed in the May 9, 1992, Westray explosion attended hearings investigating the tragedy and were appalled when former Nova Scotia Premier Donald Cameron blamed the victims. Curragh CEO Clifford Frame also deflected blame and has yet to testify.

Mining industry, Ethical aspects, Testimony, Frame, Clifford, Curragh Inc., Cameron, Donald

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Tears and pain at Westray: four years later, relatives mourn the 26 miners who died

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Relatives of the 26 coal miners killed in the 1992 Westray explosion gathered for a memorial service, while an investigation of the disaster revealed widespread safety abuses. Many feel angry at the slow pace of the inquiry and delays in court proceedings against Curragh Resources Inc.

Crimes against, Coal miners, Curragh Resources Inc., CGH

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