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The Great American Restroom – email from ex pat

Just heard you (Mike Bone Director of BTA) on Chris Evans' show.

I have lived in the US for three years and I can tell you that the best thing about the United States are their restrooms (toilets). They are everywhere. Petrol stations (always) and shops (usually). I don't think the local councils provide them as they are always provided by retail outlets etc.

ALSO they are clean!!! When I get back to Heathrow and head for the nearest toilet I know I am back in Britain by the smell. Not so over here, 95% are spotless + water, soap, towels.

I wonder if you could shame the UK. You are quite right, this is a basic need and as a male growing older it is comforting to know there is always a loo. I have always thought that the British hate to be told that the Americans do something better. Perhaps a little reminder might help.

Good luck

Chris Fayers
13th January 2010