The UK’s PFAS Plan - what it means for regulators and business

On 3 February 2026, the UK Government published its first dedicated strategy for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), titled ‘PFAS Plan: building a safer future together’. This marks a significant milestone in UK chemicals policy. For the first time, the UK Government has set out a long‑term, coordinated framework for understanding, managing and reducing risks from these highly persistent substances, often referred to as ‘forever chemicals’.