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It has been claimed that Limerick Water users are being treated like Guinea Pigs in the use of Orthophosphate in their water supply. The use of Orthophosphate dosing in treating water is controversial due to the possible human side effects and damage to the environment such as increased algae growth in rivers and lakes. Orthophosphate dosing has proved effective in reducing lead in water by coating the pipes which helps reduce the levels of lead being dissolved into the water…Read More