The Australian Government is suing US manufacturing giant 3M over its alleged use of toxic 'forever chemicals' in their firefighting foam.

It claimed 3M withheld and misrepresented details about the foam and its environmental impact, after it reportedly contaminated dozens of defence bases across the country.

Australian correspondent Murray Olds explained the case further.

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The Australian Government is suing US manufacturing giant 3M over its alleged use of toxic 'forever chemicals' in their firefighting foam.
It claimed 3M withheld and misrepresented details about the foam and its environmental impact, after it reportedly contaminated dozens of defence bases across the country.
Australian correspondent Murray Olds explained the case further.
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Murray Olds: Australian correspondent on Australian Govt suing 3M over 'forever chemicals' in firefighting foam

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