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Part 2Provisions relating to supply of drinking water
Laboratory accreditation and testing

82Register of accredited laboratories

  1. The Water Services Authority must keep and maintain a register of accredited laboratories.

Notes
  • Section 82: amended, on , by section 111(2) of the Local Government (Water Services) (Repeals and Amendments) Act 2025 (2025 No 43).