PFAS treatment 'could cost £210m and higher bills'
The final report from a scientific panel recommends Jersey Water adheres to a lower PFAS levels.
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"That could add 70% to 110% on to customer bills, making water in Jersey the most expensive in the world."
— Helier Smith , Executive
"Ministers were working to 'fully understand' the report and its findings."
— Mary Le Hegarat , Politician
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The final report from a scientific panel recommends Jersey Water adheres to a lower PFAS levels.
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