Commentary on Sections Functions relating to fluoridation of water Section 36 - Procedural requirements in connection with fluoridation of water supplies
412.This section inserts new sections 88A to 88O into the Water Industry Act 1991 (the 1991 Act). These sections provide for a local authority or a group of local authorities, to make a fluoridation proposal to the Secretary of State. They provide for consultation on the proposal and set out the procedures and duties relevant to the taking of decisions. They also cover the variation and termination of fluoridation schemes. Finally, they contain a regulation making power in relation to the maintenance of a fluoridation scheme.