Water firm seeks experts for 'forever chemical' fix

Guernsey Water is seeking experts to help develop a treatment process for PFAS contamination in local waters.

PFAS is a "forever chemical" which was commonly found on non-stick pans and in firefighting foam, and has been linked a number of health conditions.

Last year, the water firm announced part of its £20m investment plan would focus on PFAS treatment and improving local drinking water.

The utility's capital delivery manager, Carl Falla, said the work would "require expertise we do not have in-house".

He continued: "We are now in a position to begin the process of developing a business case to identify the most appropriate treatment technology for our island context.

"These expressions of interest seeking industry expertise to guide this vital project will ensure our drinking water remains compliant with developing standards."

The States top civil servant Boley Smillie has said he is trying to reduce the number of external experts used by the government, in an attempt to make savings.

Earlier this year, Guernsey's States agreed a £16.5m plan to remove soil contaminated by PFAS from the airport.

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