Residents of new-build homestold to leave while mineworks risks addressed

The “unrecorded mining feature” was discovered while work for newer buildings on the estate was carried out.

Geotechnical experts recommended further drilling and pressure grouting to stabilise the ground.

A spokesman for Miller Homes said a small number of unoccupied homes and some occupied properties managed by Places for People Scotland were affected.

“These works are precautionary and designed to protect homes against any future issues,” he said.

“While there is no immediate risk to homes, the safety and wellbeing of residents is our top priority.”

He added: “A few Miller Homes customers will experience a slight delay in moving into their new homes and we have communicated with the impacted customers regarding their revised entry dates.”

More than 250 residents of a a street in Coalsnaughton, Clackmannanshire, were recently told to leave their homes because of dangers from old shallow mine works.

Earlier this month, Clackmannanshire Council issued dangerous building notices for a further six properties after ground movement was observed.

The Mining Remediation Authority (MRA) told the council that ground movement in the village was showing “no signs of stopping”.

In June, the Scottish government confirmed a £1m package to help it meet the cost of the emergency.