GOV.UK checklist
Hand sanitiser
Named in the GOV.UK kit. Keeps hands clean when tap water is off.
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Our pick
Portable camping toilet
Keeps the household going if water is cut off and toilets can’t flush.
What to look for
- Add chemical fluid or waste bags
- Folding bucket-style toilets store small
- Pair with bin bags
Why it’s in the kit
This is our recommendation. It supports the official GOV.UK advice but isn’t named in it.
Part of our hygiene range.
Guides that mention this
How to Prepare for a Water Supply Outage
How much water to store, purification tablets, water butts and handwashing tips from GOV.UK’s water outage advice.
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GOV.UK checklist
Toilet roll and bathroom products
GOV.UK lists bathroom products. Keep a few days’ extra, plus sanitary products.
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Heavy-duty bin bags
For waste when collections stop, emergency toilet liners, and keeping things dry.
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