Is Northern Ireland water fluoridated?

Is Northern Ireland water fluoridated?

The water supply in Northern Ireland has never been artificially fluoridated except in two small localities where fluoride was added to the water for about 30 years. By 1999, fluoridation ceased in those two areas, as well.

Who supplies water in Northern Ireland?

Northern Ireland Water is a Government Owned Company (GoCo), set up in April 2007 to provide the water and sewerage services in Northern Ireland. We deliver clean, safe drinking water to approximately 840,000 households and businesses.

Where does my tap water come from Northern Ireland?

Discovering the source of Belfast’s water supply. The Silent Valley reservoir collects water from the Mourne Mountains. It travels through a tunnel, drilled through Slieve Binnian, and into the Silent Valley. The Silent Valley pipe tunnel carries the water on to the city of Belfast in Northern Ireland.

Is tap water in Belfast OK to drink?

“The water was, and is, completely safe to drink. Customers should be |reassured that the public health |authorities and Northern Ireland Water treat the issue of public safety as our number one priority.”

Is Belfast tap water safe to drink?

Our water quality testing shows that we are continuing to supply high quality water to all our customers across Northern Ireland. In 2019 overall compliance with the drinking water regulations was 99.90%. To make sure that your water supply is clean and safe, we take thousands of samples for testing.

What water is Belfast on?

Belfast Lough is a large, intertidal sea inlet on the east coast of Northern Ireland. At its head is the city and port of Belfast, which sits at the mouth of the River Lagan. The lough opens into the North Channel and connects Belfast to the Irish Sea.

Why is my tap water cloudy Northern Ireland?

Cloudy (or milky) water The most common cause of this is tiny air bubbles. You can confirm this by running a glass of water and standing it for a few moments and watching the cloudiness clear from the bottom of the glass upwards.

Can you drink Belfast tap water?