Red flags and mistrust flare up over Alberta government coal flip-flop

Groups opposed to coal mining in Alberta’s foothills say the UCP government’s reinstatement of a long-standing policy is a start, but doesn’t go enough. Conservationist Kevin Van Tighem outlines how open pit mines could still be allowed. Calling it a potential bait-and-switch, he calls on Albertans to keep the pressure on during an interview with Global News at Noon Edmonton.

• Doubts raised over protections from reinstated 1976 Alberta coal policy