London: In an effort to prevent public urination, over a dozen walls in the Soho neighbourhood have been painted with water-repellent paint. The spray-on chemical barrier is being called anti-pee paint and clubs, restaurants, theatres, and other entertainment venues are being tested with the innovative method.
"Incidents of public urination in central London have increased significantly since Covid-19 restrictions were lifted and the constant smell of urine in side streets is understandably starting to piss off the residents. With the clean-up operation costing the council nearly 950 pounds a year," said the official statement.
According to Westminster City Council, the material provides a clear water-repellent barrier that will give those who urinate on it immediate punishment. If someone urinates on these walls, they will be hit back with the same liquid. Over 3,000 Soho residents and business owners have been complaining about the public nuisance. People have also erected signs saying "this wall is not a urinal" to protect their establishments.
The anti-pee paint was also used in a neighbourhood in Germany.