Environmentalists decry ‘crushingly disappointing’ Pfas action plan for UK

A UK government action plan to address per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (Pfas), known as "forever chemicals," has been criticized by environmental campaigners as inadequate. The plan outlines coordinated action to understand the sources, spread, and impact of Pfas, aiming to reduce public and environmental exposure. Measures include consultations on setting limits for Pfas in public water supplies, increased testing in waters, food packaging tests, and a public awareness website. Campaigners argue the plan is weak compared to actions in Europe, where some countries have already banned Pfas in consumer products. Evidence suggests Pfas, found in numerous products, pose long-term health and environmental risks, with widespread contamination of UK waters and wildlife.