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concerning the source of supply. (This would be for the purpose
of bacteriological examination).
Cowsheds, &.c. That the Local Government Board be
empowered to require local authorities to adopt regulations where
that has not been done already.
That in future no cowshed, &c., be allowed within 100 feet
of any dwelling-house.
That the conditions attached to cowsheds, &c., shall in
future include the following requirements:—
1. An impervious floor.
2. A sufficient water supply for flushing.
3. Proper drainage.
4. A depot for manure at a sufficient distance from the
byres.
5. A minimum cubic contents of from 600 to 800 feet
for each adult beast varying according to the
average weight of the animals.
6. A minimum floor space of 50 feet to each adult
beast.
7. Sufficient light and ventilation (that definite
sions affecting ventilation and lighting are by
far the most important.)
That when cows housed in one district supply milk to
another district, the local authority of the district in which the
cows are housed shall be bound, when required to supply to the
local authority of the district in which, the milk is sold or
consumed full information and veterinary reports regarding the
condition of the cows, byres, &c., whence the milk is drawn. If
dissatisfied with the reports, the Local Authority may call upon
the Local Government Board with a view to an independent
inspection and report.