Access to water and sanitation are recognised by the United Nations as human rights, reflecting the fundamental nature of these basics in every person’s life. Lack of access to safe, sufficient and affordable water, sanitation and hygiene facilities has a devastating effect on the health, dignity and prosperity of billions of people, and has significant consequences for the realization of other human rights. This Guide gives an overview of the legal instruments relevant to the topics of access to water and sanitation, as well as highlighting the legislation and policies adopted by regional organisations and national governments, and relevant cases and proceedings related to access to water and sanitation.
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