Nestlé water scandal: Covering of cover-ups by the state!

Nestlé water scandal: Covering of cover-ups by the state!

in the scandal about the inadmissible treatment of mineral water, the French state is increasingly criticizing. A report by the French Senate raises serious allegations against the authorities and the Nestlé company. The allegations range from targeted "cover -up" to illegal practices that have existed for years.

The commissioner Alexandre Ouizille comments concerned about the non -transparency in the matter and criticizes the "refuse to answer" on the part of the Nestlé. Despite the first revelations almost four years ago, there is still no complete information about the grievances. In particular, it is complained that the French authorities removed critical information on bacterial contaminants from a health report at the end of 2023 at the end of 2023.

allegations against the French government

The report proves that a regional health authority has been urged to delete worrying passages and to replace more positive formulations. This development could be interpreted as a censorship, which denounces ouizille and demands hard sanctions. His argument is supported by emails, which document close cooperation between Nestlé and the authorities, whereby Nestlé actively requested changes to health reports.

Although an official refused to sign the changes, the report was published in the desired version. These practices raise questions about monitoring and control of the water supply, in particular in view of the determination that around 30 percent of the water brands in France use inadmissible treatments. Nestlé himself had already admitted in 2020 that prohibited procedures were used at the Perrier, Hépar and Contrex locations.

criticism of Nestlé's practices and the government

The microfiltration that Nestlé sought could also change the properties of the natural mineral water, which is not permitted in accordance with EU law. Nestlé succeeded in making the approval for microfiltration as a condition for the end of illegal practices. Despite these serious allegations, no legal consequences have been made against the company.

The situation is also complicated by the fact that the Elysée Palace, despite the previous information about inadmissible methods, rejects knowledge of these processes. However, Nestlé remains undeterred and was able to pass the water away as a "natural mineral water". The market for mineral and spring water in France comprises 104 locations, provides 11,000 jobs and generates sales of 3 billion euros annually.

effects and recommendations

The report provides for a total of 28 recommendations that require improved control of water withdrawals and comprehensive quality monitoring. The said sources, such as Perrier, are under special observation: their approval for use as a "natural mineral water" is on the brink. The responsible prefecture plans to make a decision by August 7, 2025 whether Nestlé has to set the microfiltration within two months.

In an emergency, this could have profound consequences for Nestlé, also with regard to the company's strategy. The CEO of Nestlé, Laurent Freixe, expressed his regret in March about the situation and speaks of a comprehensive re -evaluation of corporate policy. The importance of the mineral water that is worthy of protection, which, according to experts, is one of the safest foods remains of central importance for consumers.

Overall, this case illustrates the necessary steps that must be taken to ensure the quality and safety of mineral water in France in the long term. The protection of the natural resources and the accountability of the companies must always be in focus.

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