Third of Londoners suffer hygiene poverty, says charity
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Key Points:
- Nearly one-third of Londoners aged 16 to 55 cannot afford basic hygiene products, leading to difficulties in daily life and missed job opportunities, according to research by the Hygiene Bank.
- Around 30% of women in London have had to choose between purchasing food or hygiene items, with some missing job interviews or work due to lack of access to essential products.
- Charity In Kind Direct and the Hygiene Bank describe hygiene poverty as a critical issue that precedes food poverty, emphasizing that no one should miss opportunities or basic care because they cannot afford hygiene essentials.
- Data reveals that 19% of children aged 6 to 15 struggle to access basic hygiene products, and a significant portion of adults have missed work or interviews due
