Written questions

River Mersey: Trifluoroacetic Acid

Commons · Question 60229 · Tabled 16 Jun 2025 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record

Answered 23 Jun 2025

Question

Asked by Navendu Mishra

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.

Answer

Answered by Emma Hardy, 23 Jun 2025

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.