Planning for the realization of the rights to water and sanitation 2011, para. 45
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Corruption in the water and sanitation sectors seriously undermines the functioning of institutions. Often, the most affected are people living in poverty corruption perpetuates poverty by reducing efficiency, and undermines the rule of law and democracy. It can occur at all levels, regardless of whether services are managed by public or private providers. There are valuable measures that Governments can undertake to prevent corruption. For instance, the Integrity Pact developed by Transparency International is a tool aimed to help Governments, private companies and civil society prevent corruption in public contracting.
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Non-negotiated soft law
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Special Rapporteur on the human rights to safe drinking water and sanitation