Environment Protection Authority

Dr McFETRIDGE (Morphett) (15:12): My question is to the Minister for Health. Has the minister or his department had any discussions with the Minister for the Environment or his department over the public health effects from perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) and perfluorooctanic acid (PFOA) residues from firefighting foams used at Edinburgh air base and, if so, can he tell the house about the risks to surrounding residents? If the minister has not had discussions, will he do so and come back to the house?

The Hon. J.J. SNELLING (Playford—Minister for Health, Minister for the Arts, Minister for Health Industries) (15:12): I was briefed on this matter, but it was a long time ago. I am more than happy to get back to the member for Morphett with an answer.