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River Mersey: Trifluoroacetic Acid

Asked by Navendu MishraLabourDepartment for Environment, Food and Rural AffairsTabled Answered 23 June 2025UIN 60229

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what data his Department holds on levels of trifluoroacetic acid in the River Mersey.

Answered by Emma Hardy

The EA continues to evaluate scientific evidence, develop new testing methodologies for TFA, and refine its monitoring approach. Future recommendations may involve expanded data collection and updated regulation.

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