Why are there no public toilets in London?

The trouble has been caused by austerity-hit councils in the UK who are not legally required to provide toilets for the public and who have cut expenditure on them in order to protect services that they are obliged by law to provide for local people.
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Are there public toilets in London?

As part of the City of London's Community Toilet Scheme, the facilities in many shops, restaurants and bars are available to use without having to buy anything. You can also find public bathrooms in museums and art galleries across London, and they are often free to enter.
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How many public toilets are there in London?

There are a staggering 5,500 toilets listed on Lockdown Loo, including 300 in London, so you and your poor little bladder needn't worry about finding shelter in the bushes this summer.
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Where can you go pee in London?

When nature calls, here's where to wee in the capital…
  1. Stations with free toilets. Mercifully, since April 2019, it became totally free to spend a penny at a number of London train stations. ...
  2. In a policeman's hat. ...
  3. The sketch toilets. ...
  4. Wesley's Chapel. ...
  5. Aqua Shard. ...
  6. Pubs. ...
  7. South End Green. ...
  8. Ladies and Gentleman.
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Do you have to pay for public toilets in London?

All London department stores have public toilets. Anyone can use them, whether you're a customer or not, and there's never a charge. Most department stores have public toilets on more than one floor so you shouldn't have to wait.
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Do they use toilet paper in London?

TOILET PAPER. In the UK, most people use toilet paper to wipe themselves after they use the toilet. If you use toilet paper, only use what is necessary to clean yourself. Do not take reams and reams of toilet paper because it is wasteful and it can block the toilet (see below).
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What do they call the toilet in England?

Loo. Despite being a very British word for toilet, 'loo' is actually derived from the French phrase 'guardez l'eau', which means 'watch out for the water'.
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What country has the most public toilets?

Key Findings. The country with the highest density of public bathrooms is Iceland: 56 toilets per 100,000 population.
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Are there toilets in London Underground?

There are actually a significant proportion of Underground stations that have toilets. However most of them are outside of the central area, quite a few of the sub-surface line stations do have toilets within Zone 1 (Circle, District, H&C, Metropolitan).
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Does England have public restrooms?

In 2011, a report found there were 393 local authority-maintained public toilets in the capital, down from 486 in 2000. Across the UK, it is estimated that more than 1,700 public toilet facilities closed in the decade leading up to 2016.
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How much does it cost to use the toilet in London?

Currently Transport for London (TfL) charges 20p for the use of toilet facilities at 15 tube stations, all others being free of charge.
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Are London underground toilets open?

All its public toilets are open, with the exception of Broadwick Street in Soho, and the council has removed the majority of charges. It's also assigned more staff to maintain cleanliness and deter anti-social behaviour.
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How much are the toilets in London?

Within London you can expect to pay up to 50p at some of the City of London's 90 public loos or within some tube stations. A tidy profit considering Water UK (which represents the major water suppliers) says it costs just 2p per flush.
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Does the London Eye have toilets?

We have Male, Female and Accessible toilet facilities available in London Eye Ticket Office. Baby Change facilities are also available.
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Does Canada Water have toilets?

Toilets are located in the Bus Station above the station - access via a Radar Key. Access to all platforms is available by lifts. There is level access between the platforms and trains.
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Is there toilets at Wembley Park station?

Toilets. In ticket hall area and also off Platform 6.
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What countries squat poop?

Squat toilets are common in many Asian countries, including China and India. They are also widespread in Indonesia, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, and Iran. They can be found in nations like Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Singapore.
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Why are European toilets so weird?

European toilets typically utilize a washdown flushing system in which water inside the toilet is forced out through water flowing from the rim of the bowl. The neck of the toilet hole tends to be larger so there is less of a chance of clogs, but the bowls may require more frequent cleaning from any leftover residue.
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Is saying loo posh?

Toilet. This was on the original 1950s list and, to be honest, I'd rather chew glass than use the word toilet in polite conversation. It's a harsh word that was adapted from the French toilette which means your appearance, hence toiletries bag. Lavatory or loo is much more acceptable.
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Do British people say pee?

Moreover, Brits have an even greater number of words to describe the act of urinating, including the following: having a slash; breaking the seal; spending a penny; having a wee; draining the lizard; having a piddle; having a tinkle; pointing the pink pistol at the porcelain firing range; and watering the flowers.
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How do the British say bathroom?

In British English, "bathroom" is a common term but is typically reserved for private rooms primarily used for bathing; a room without a bathtub or shower is more often known as a "WC", an abbreviation for water closet, "lavatory", or "loo".
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What religion does not use toilet paper?

The objective behind this practice, Muslims believe, is the emphasis of Islam on keeping the body adequately clean. “Islam places great emphasis on personal hygiene,” said Maulana Imran Ahmad, an Islamic scholar in India. “Muslims are required to clean themselves well with water before offering prayers.
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What country does not use toilet paper?

France, Portugal, Italy, Japan, Argentina, Venezuela, and Spain: Instead of toilet paper, people from these countries (most of them from Europe) usually have a bidet in their washrooms. A bidet like a toilet, but also includes a spout that streams water like a water fountain to rinse you clean.
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