Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 186324
Drinking Water Inspectorate
Tabled: 23 May 2023
Answered: 6 July 2023
Question
Tim Farron
Liberal Democrat — Westmorland and Lonsdale
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, how many times she has met with the Drinking Water Inspectorate since her appointment.
Answer
The Secretary of State is in regular communication with the Drinking Water Inspectorate on a range of matters towards the effective regulation of drinking water quality. Drinking water in England is of an excellent standard and this is demonstrated through a continuing high standard of 99.97% compliance.