The second investigation is focused on ICE Clear Europe, a division of the Atlanta based Intercontinental Exchange.

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More recently, it has gained prominence amid expectations that melting ice will clear the way for more resource development and free up trade routes.

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Mr King also said parking attendants and other contractors could be used to clear ice from footpaths, railway platforms and shopping centres.

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