OVAM did not conclude that the PFAS contamination in the vicinity of chemical plant 3M would not pose a risk to public health. The political steering committee of Lantis, consisting of Bart De Wever, Ben Weyts and Joke Schauvliege, was indeed aware of this. The famous quote from OVAM was sent to them in full by the chairman of Lantis.
photo James Arthur Gekiere (Belga) With the documents and the correct quotes at hand, OVAM CEO Henny De Baets placed responsibility with the competent politicians.