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Written question asked by Gregory Stafford (Conservative) on Tuesday, 30 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 2 July 2026. It was answered by Emma Hardy (Labour) on Wednesday, 8 July 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Chlorine: Health Hazards

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what guidance is issued to water companies on monitoring chlorine residuals at consumers' taps following alterations to domestic plumbing arrangements.

Answer

Water companies are not obliged to conduct monitoring of any sort following alterations to domestic plumbing arrangements. If there is an issue, water companies can be asked to inspect the arrangements under the water fittings regulations.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
14684
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Health hazards Monitoring Water Chlorine
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk