The firm involved in the spill says it has been contained but that a full investigation will be carried out. However, environmental groups say the incident could have serious consequences for the local area.
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Sunday's spill of about 200 barrels of reservoir fluid came from a pipeline operated by gas firm Perenco. An assessment is due today but Poole Harbour Commissioners said they believe the"surface slick" is already dispersing.
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