A man found the tag while walking his dog at a former coal mine undergoing restoration work.

Rebuilding the headstocks is expected to be completed by the end of next year, the authority says.

The government has prioritised housebuilding and wants "ugly" areas of green belt to be considered.

Campaigners say the pit equipment is an important reminder of the area's industrial heritage.

The headstocks were taken down in December amid fears the wooden frame was rotting and unsafe.

The fate of the mining heritage landmark has become a major issue for many residents.

Jasmine the cat, also known as Snowy, had been living rough for four years.

Brinsley Animal Rescue was forced to turn away 1,900 pets in 2023 as it was full.