Kriva Pallanca Residents Demand Referendum on Proposed Antimony Mine
Kriva Pallanca Municipality leader, Sashko Mitovski, is calling for a public referendum to determine the future of a proposed antimony mine in the region. Mitovski asserts that residents of Kriva Pallanca should have the ultimate say regarding the project’s approval. The call follows ongoing discussions surrounding the potential development of the antimony mine, involving figures linked to the OBRM-PDUKM and Mickoskin’s interests.
The LSDM party maintains its support for investment opportunities but expresses strong opposition to the mine’s potential impact. Mitovski argues that the extraction of antimony presents significant health risks, classifying it as one of the most toxic mining activities globally. Concerns include potential respiratory illnesses, cardiovascular damage, and adverse effects on liver and kidney function.
The LSDM emphasizes the need for a transparent decision-making process, stating that residents, rather than expert groups connected to specific interests, should decide whether to permit the antimony mine within their community. A referendum is proposed as the mechanism for this crucial consultation. The debate centers on balancing economic development with the protection of public health concerning the antimony mine.
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