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Article 5.—"Preserved Cream " which is for sale must be
described as such in all circulars, price lists, &c. All
receptacles containing " Preserved Cream " for sale must be
labelled as containing " Preserved Cream " with a label the
form of which is prescribed. Except that in the case of
restaurants, &c., a conspicuous notice in the room or on the
bill of fare informing customers that " Preserved Cream " is
supplied for consumption may be substituted.
Article 6.—The Local Authority shall enforce and execute the
Regulations. But before proceedings are taken (1) the person
about to be prosecuted must be given an opportunity of
furnishing an explanation to the Local Authority (in writing
or otherwise), and (2) such explanation must be considered by
the Authority.
Article 7.—Any Officer named in Section 13 of the Sale of Food
and Drugs Act, 1875, may, under the direction of the Local
Authority, take samples of milk, cream, " preserved cream,"
&c., and the vendor must afford " all reasonable facilities " for
the taking of samples and making of inquiries, &c.
Part 3 (Articles 8 and 9).
Article 8.—The importation of foreign milk or cream not complying
with certain conditions (Articles 3 and 4) is prohibited.
Article 9.—Relates to the powers and duties of Officers of Customs
and Excise.
Part 4 (Articles 10 and 11).
Article 10.—In cases of differences the Local Government Board
may act as arbitrator, and their decision shall be final and
conclusive.
Article 11.—The powers given by the Regulations are intended to
be additional and not in derogation of any other powers conferred
by the Regulations made under the Public Health
(Regulations as to Food) Act, 1907.
SCHEDULE.
Gives instructions and particulars as to the labelling of " Preserved
Cream."
" Notice." The infringement of the Regulations incurs a penalty
of not more than £100, and in the case of a continuing offence
a further penalty of not more than £50 per day.