Information about fluoride
We've had lots of questions about fluoride from our customers, so we've pulled all the information into one place.
Do we add fluoride to the water supply?
Yes. We add fluoride to around 40% of the water supply in the North East.
You can check your area to find out if the water supply where you live is fluoridated by entering your postcode. From here, download the water quality report to view the information about fluoride.
The decision on if, when and where it’s added is made by the Department of Health and Social Care in government and the Local authorities in our areas, and we act under their instructions.
FAQs
It’s added to help prevent tooth decay and improve oral health.
Below is a list of the areas:
Alnwick
Chester le Street
Consett
Cramlington
Durham
Gateshead
Hexham
Newcastle
Stanley
For more information on fluoride schemes in your area then contact your Local Authority or The Department for Health and Social Care in Government.
Environmental Information requests (EIR) can be made on fluoridation by emailing eir@nwl.co.uk
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