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Company Response

15 Apr 2013

Author:
Anglo American

Response by Anglo American to allegations made by London Mining Network regarding Silicosis and Cerrejón

[Business & Human Rights Resource Centre invited Anglo American to respond to the press release by London Mining Network.] Allegations Regarding the Cerrejón Mine in Colombia...We are respectful of the concerns of local communities and international NGOs. They are welcome to contact Cerrejón management directly so that they can gain a better understanding of the programmes already in place...Allegations Regarding Silicosis in South Africa...Anglo American South Africa does not believe that it is any way liable for the silicosis claims brought by former gold mine workers of various gold companies in which Anglo American South Africa had an interest, and we are defending the actions. We maintain that the companies which owned and operated the mines were responsible for the health and safety of their employees and took reasonable steps to protect them.

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