They weren't for homeless people. It's more that government restrictions on funding any public service or amenity has forced councils to choose between public a

They weren't for homeless people. It's more that government restrictions on funding any public service or amenity has forced councils to choose between public amenity, libraries and social care. Doesn't change the fact that many people have weaker bladders as they age, and we're in an ageing society. Then there's various conditions and illnesses like Chrons disease, or those who have small children in tow. They may all need unscheduled bathroom breaks at no notice. Now people are expected to "just wait" until they get home or to the office. Cities aren't really made for people any more. The people are secondary, a necessary annoyance.