Operations halted after accident at Velenje mine, PM promises support for affected families

Velenje, 21 January - Production at the Velenje coal mine has been suspended following Monday's tragic accident that claimed the life of one miner, while two more remain missing. Visiting the site today, Prime Minister Robert Golob announced a special assistance programme for the families of those affected by the country's worst mining accident in 20 years.

Velenje Entrance to the Velenje coal mine on the night of an accident. Photo: KN Media

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Entrance to the Velenje coal mine on the night of an accident.
Photo: KN Media

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