Poly and Perfluorinated Alkyl Substances (Guidance) Bill

Key Points

• The Chief Inspector of Drinking Water must issue guidance to water companies on PFAS in drinking water.
• The guidance covers poly and perfluorinated alkyl substances (PFAS).
• The Bill creates guidance, not new penalties for households; it sets out what should be done by the guidance.
• Originating in the Commons; sponsored by Munira Wilson (Liberal Democrat).
• Currently at the second reading in the House of Commons; has not yet moved to committee stage.

Progress

The Bill is at its second reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would move to committee stage for detailed examination.