The Latest Breaking News from RSPH

England left with ‘toilet deserts’ as public facilities decline by 14% in a decade

Report says lack of provision is harmful to health and damaging for high streets

The Guardian - UK · Apr 20

England faces public toilet shortage as number of facilities plummets

The shortage is leading to public urination, dehydration, and reduced spending at local businesses

The Independent UK · Apr 19

People forced to suffer due to public toilet ‘deserts’, health leaders warn

The data is based on more than 200 Freedom of Information requests to councils in charge of providing public toilets.

Evening Standard · Apr 19

UK high streets falling ‘short of mark’ promoting health and well-being – report

The Royal Society for Public Health found that 53% of the public said their local high street did not have enough shops selling healthy food.

Evening Standard · May 13, 2025

Where people live, work and play has ‘profound impact’ on health – report

The wealthier people are, the more likely they are to have access to places that keep them healthy, the Royal Society for Public Health said.

The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2025