§ Mr. FearnTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what solutions his Department is seeking to reduce polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in tap water; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MoynihanAt the request of the Department, water undertakers are conducting a major survey of their supplies to establish whether standards for polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) are being exceeded. If they are, remedial programmes will be needed comprising the flushing, relining or replacement of water mains.