MPs consider probe into transparency of mining firms
Britain's parliament will this week consider whether to probe the transparency of oil and mining firms listed in London.
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Compliance Energy Corp.'s application found deficient by the provincial environmental assessment office.
Potash producer Mosaic to remain independent
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