British Toilet Association
- Britain's public toilets were once the envy of the world
- In recent years, significant number of public toilets have been closed down
- We need more and better toilets
- Let's stop the rot
Our mission is to represent the interest and aspirations of 'away from home' toilet providers, suppliers and users of all types and to act as the catalyst for change inthe pursuit of standards of excellence in all areas of public toilet provision and management.
There are thousands of Hidden Dangers in Britain’s Washrooms View Video
BTA welcome Gillett Morrissey
BTA welcome Gillett Morrissey as a new Commercial Company Member. Gillett Morrissey director Paul Gillett says "we are proud to lend their support to the ‘Where can I go?’ campaign".
"Gillett Morrissey is an Essex based team of experienced and skilled craftsmen carrying out washroom refurbishments with a real commitment to both quality and customers. Our ethos is that we work around the client, not the other way round. As a client of ours you will receive an unprecedented service. We are involved in projects throughout the southeast and work closely with a major shopping centre in Kent developing and serving their washrooms"
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Remembering Thomas Crapper, the godfather of toilets
Wednesday 27th January marked the 100th anniversary of the death of Thomas Crapper, the man who revolutionised the flushing lavatory.
Loo could do with a 'roo or two
TWEED’S public toilets (New South Wales Australia) could soon be adorned with local wildlife murals if former long-serving mayor and council administrator Max Boyd has his way.
Mr Boyd, a member of Tweed Shire Council’s Cultural Development Advisory Committee, has suggested the artwork as a way for the council to reduce the amount of graffiti inside and outside the shire’s toilet blocks.
Exeter Echo toilets campaign wins BTA backing
THE campaign to stop toilets being closed in Exeter has been backed by a national group set up to preserve public conveniences.
Mike Bone, director of the British Toilet Association, has thrown his full weight behind the Echo's campaign to stop Exeter City Council closing 10 of its 26 toilets.
Mr Bone is heading a national protest against the closure of toilets which is supported by Radio 2 breakfast presenter Chris Evans.
Jan Hobbs – Cleanzine’s Editor supports BTA Campaign
Although I'm not a Radio Two listener, I am a fan of Chris Evans and I've been tuning into the station to hear him present the breakfast show since he took over Terry Wogan's slot last week. On learning that listeners could nominate the 'mystery guests' whom Chris interviews each day, my first thought (as an ex British Toilet Association Council member and - for an interesting day - a guest Loo of the Year Awards Judge) was that I should contact the BTA and LOTY's Mike Bone and see if he wanted to be a mystery guest. I then had one of those 'hair standing on end' moments when I heard Chris interviewing him not an hour later!
Cross your legs: Ryanair to implement fee per wee
AIRLINE CHARGES: RYANAIR says it will press ahead with plans to charge passengers to use its aircraft’s toilets. Despite admitting its announcement last year that it might install coin-operated facilities was a publicity stunt, chief executive Michael O’Leary is now revisiting the issue, according to the airline.
Ryanair would also like to remove the two toilets at the back of each aircraft, leaving only one on board and creating room for six extra seats.
Chris Evans is toilet champion!
Chris Evans showed genuine interest in the BTA 'Where can I go?' Campaign during an interview with mystery guest Mike Bone, Director of BTA, on Chris Evans Breakfast Show this Wednesday. Chris agreed to be a 'toilet champion' in supporting the Campaign.
The 'Where can I go?' Campaign recognises the need for BTA to change focus from a 'top down' approach -directed primarily at Central Government, to a 'bottom up' approach' - directed primarily at local government - (and commercial providers) the actual source, and authority responsible for provision of publicly accessible toilets.
Could 'poo power' help heat the country?
The UK is firmly in the grip of one of the coldest winters on record and many households are seeing their fuel bills soar.
Although the government has dismissed fears over dwindling gas supplies during the big freeze, the weather highlights the desirability of finding more "green" fuel.
One water firm thinks it may have the answer - and it is not wind or hydro power. Thames Water has successfully been using human toilet waste to make electricity for the past decade.
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.
Better loos, more station waiting rooms needed
Rail passengers are satisfied about getting to a station but more needs to be done to keep them happy once they arrive, a survey shows.
It may be cold comfort that the trip to a station by foot and public transport is acceptable because stations themselves need to upgrade facilities such as toilets and waiting rooms.
The survey, based on responses of 2,214 passengers at 25 stations, found visual real-time information, good staff and toilets were the most important aspects of a well-run station.
Paul Daniels urges UK cleaning industry to help make poverty disappear!
The cleaning industry is being urged to sign up to the first global Toilet Twinning Campaign by linking Britain’s public loos with their very own ‘twin’ latrine deep in the African bush.
There was plenty of enthusiasm for the innovative idea at the Annual Loo of the Year Awards, where the five star toilet award winners saw the potential for promoting the cause in their ladies and gents facilities.
Where Can I Go? Campaign launched
The new BTA ‘Where can I go?’ Campaign was launched to BTA members at the BTA Conference held at the Stratford Hotel, Stratford upon Avon on 16th September 2009.
The Campaign recognises the need for BTA to change focus from a ‘top down’ approach -directed primarily at Central Government, to a ‘bottom up’ approach’ – directed primarily at local government – (and commercial providers) the actual source, and we believe, the authority responsible for provision of publicly accessible toilets.
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BTA Consultation Service Performs
In recent years many London Borough, City, Unitary, District, Borough and even Parish Councils have used the BTA Consultation Service to provide independent research, reviews, assistance, evidence, and advice based on specialist experience.
We have built a unique fund of practical experience, covering every aspect of toilet provision and operation – and most importantly this knowledge is centred on the views and requirements of the user. This experience has been equally valuable to other, non Local Authority, providers including transport operators, property managers, and schools.
In the past year consultations have included major toilet providers Cardiff City Council, City of London and London Underground. During the same period Scrutiny Committee advice has also been provided to several City/Borough councils.