Legal threat to fluoride decision

The Southern and Eastern Health Boards in Northern Ireland could face legal challenges after voting in favour of adding fluoride…

The Southern and Eastern Health Boards in Northern Ireland could face legal challenges after voting in favour of adding fluoride to water supplies.

They took the decisions at separate meetings yesterday despite strong opposition from local councils and environmentalists. The opponents of fluoridation are threatening to mount a legal challenge.

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