Public toilets in England decline by 14% over past decade, creating 'toilet deserts', study finds
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Summary
A study by the Royal Society for Public Health reveals that the number of public toilets in England has dropped by 14% over the past decade, based on data from over 200 Freedom of Information requests. The decline has created "public toilet deserts" across swathes of the country, with the ratio falling to one public toilet per 15,481 people. The charity warns that this lack of facilities is damaging to both public health and the vitality of high streets, as inadequate access disproportionately affects older people, those with medical conditions, and families.
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Based on data from over 200 Freedom of Information requests, a study by the independent charity revealed that the number of public toilets in the country has dropped to one per 15,481 people.
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