Wrexham seeks more public toilets, bucking trends. Partnership with businesses is key to affordability.
People aren’t happy with current toilets. The council asked for feedback from locals, and most thought toilet access was bad. Many also complained about safety.
Almost half would use shops’ toilets freely. More than half would pay to use a public toilet. Tourism is growing in Wrexham county, and new homes are also planned, so they need more toilets soon.
The council aims for sixty toilet sites by 2025. They want to improve rural areas in particular, believing public toilets are vital for well-being, and long-term solutions are necessary.
Separate toilet buildings still have a place, but the council prefers sharing spaces. This cuts costs and discourages bad behavior. The current budget is only for upkeep.
Businesses responded positively to the idea. The council will also talk with charities and consider using community councils.
The council encourages people to use existing facilities, including those at hospitals and train stations. They will work with local organizations toward that goal.
Wrexham has enough accessible toilets for now, meeting the standards for baby changing. Shortages impact some groups more. Older people are affected especially since a fifth of residents are over sixty-five.
Disabled people and families suffer too. Women may need more toilets than men. The council knows this is a problem.
Public toilets are a big concern overall. The council wants public input on its plan, which you can find online. Share your responses by April 14, 2025.