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Regional Democratic Council to install sanitary blocks in Berbice River schools

Jun 26, 2009 News

Recognizing that toilet facilities used in communities between Ituni and Develdt are outdated and grossly inadequate, Regional Executive Officer, Henry Rodney, has said that the Regional Democratic Council plans to eliminate pit latrines.
These are to be replaced by sanitary blocks at schools in the Upper Berbice River.
Rodney said that the current systems used, are not consistent with teaching of proper hygiene.
The REO said that sanitary facilities for some schools have been included in this year’s budget; while others will be catered for in future budgets. The issue of the substandard sanitary facilities in the District was highlighted during a meeting with RDC officials.
It was pointed out then that the school children and teachers suffer great discomfiture, as a result of the poor sanitary facilities, which is further exacerbated during the rainy season.
While some schools already have sanitary blocks, they are also affected by the lack of water to effectively operate the facilities.
Noting the importance of teaching and practising proper hygiene, the Regional Executive Officer made a commitment, to have this situation rectified soon.

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