Local Politics
Left Bloc (BE) accuses Government of hiding local opposition to Boticas mine from Brussels
The Left Bloc has informed the European Commission of alleged omissions by the Portuguese Government regarding the lithium mining project in Covas do Barroso, Boticas. The MEP claims the Government failed to disclose to the EU that the local population opposes the project and that the company does not hold the necessary land rights, both of which are required for 'strategic project' status. The European Commission is currently re-evaluating these projects and has invited local communities to participate in the process before the March deadline.
Why it matters
This report highlights a formal re-evaluation process for mining projects that has a deadline in March; if you are in a community impacted by such projects, this indicates an official channel to voice local opposition to the European Commission.Useful?
