Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Lambeth Borough]
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Dealers' (Pasteuriser's) Licence 2
Dealers' (Tuberculin Tested) Licence 2
* Licences issued are valid for a period of 5 years.
Under the Milk (Special Designation) Regulations 1963 there are three
designations of milk "Untreated", "Pasteurised" and "Sterilised".
On and from 1st October, 1964 the special designation "Untreated" for raw
milk replaced the designation "Tuberculin Tested" although until 31st December,
1964 the labelling of "Untreated" milk with the words "Tuberculin Tested" was
optional. Similarly during the same period it was permissable to sell "Pasteurised
Milk" under the alternative description "Tuberculin Tested Milk (Pasteurised)"-
Some difference of opinion on the interpretation of the labelling requirements
in respect of Pasteurised Milk in bottles has arisen. It is hoped that the matter
will be resolved otherwise it may have to be tested in the Courts.
SAMPLING OF FOOD AND DRUGS
Chemical Analysis
Two hundred and thirty eight samples were procured formally, 158 of which
were of milk, and 1,262 samples were procured informally.
Set out below is a table of samples reported by the Public Analyst to be
adulterated or otherwise unsatisfactory, showing action in each case.
Articles | Result of Analysis | Action taken |
---|---|---|
Aluminium Hydroxide | Deficient in Aluminium Hydroxide | Attention of Pharmacist called to deficiency. |
Seiditz Power | Overweight dispensed in one packet | Chemist advised. |
Tapioca (Seed) | Was in fact Semolina | Packers advised of labelling error |
Pork sausages | 11% deficient in meat content | Formal sample purchased. |
Pork sausages | 23% deficient in meat content | Formal sample purchased. |