Developing Countries Sanitation and Hygiene
2020-04-29
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Hand washing with soap and water is crucial in preventing the spread of coronavirus. The UK has expertise in this area.
The International Rescue Committee highlights that hand-washing facilities are crucial for disease prevention in developing countries, noting NGOs' effectiveness during previous crises like Ebola. Welcoming recent funding to organisations such as the Red Cross, McNally asks about plans to increase support for local NGOs working within communities.
Good hygiene is crucial in preventing covid-19 transmission, and water sanitation and hygiene are key parts of DFID's work during humanitarian crises. Since 2015, DFID has helped over 51 million people gain access to safe drinking water or toilets for the first time. However, there is still more to be done.
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The Secretary of State did not specify plans to increase funding for local NGOs specifically.
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