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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
Islington 1941
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Islington Borough]
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DISINFESTATION.
HYDROGENIDE FUMEGATION.
No. of times Large Chamber used.
Furniture and effects of families rehoused
including furniture and effects for use by
Homeless Persons 106
Bunks and bunk fitments 3
No. of tines Small Chamber used.
Miscellaneous (pianos, mattresses, etc.) 3
TOTAL 112
Thanks are due to the Cleansing Department for their assistance in
working tho boiler plant at Ash burton Grove Depot.
FACTORIES.
The number of inspections, re-inspections & calls etc. was 7,548
416 defects were found, and remedied in 325 instances.
RATS AND MICE (DESTRUCTION) ACT, 1919.
251 complaints were received and 491 inspections carried out.
53 notices were served and 23 defective drains repaired.
| Statute | Total Prosecutions | Successful Dismissed | Amount of Withdrawn Penalties | Costs Received | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5 | 1 | – | £15.15.0 | |
| 2 | 1 | 1 | – | 5. 5.0. | |
| 8 | 6 | 2 | – | £21. 0.0. | |
SECTION D.
HOUSING.
Work under the Housing Act has been at a standstill owing to
the War, but 4 underground rooms have been made to comply with
regulations.
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