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Dissatisfaction with Public Toilets in Germany Amid World Toilet Day Survey


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A recent YouGov survey conducted in Germany, coinciding with World Toilet Day, reveals widespread dissatisfaction with public toilets. Commissioned by the Catholic News Agency (KNA), the survey indicates that 72% of respondents express dissatisfaction with the condition of these facilities, while 65% are unhappy with their availability. The situation is notably worse for women, with a higher percentage expressing dissatisfaction compared to men. Additionally, the report highlights that only 6% of individuals frequently use public toilets, suggesting that many avoid them unless necessary. The World Toilet Day, established by the World Toilet Organization in 2001 and marked by the UN since 2013, focuses on raising awareness about the lack of access to sanitary facilities globally, especially in developing countries.