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Overcrowding exists everywhere and there seems not much
hope of improvement in the near future. When the figures of
the recent Census are available it will be possible to assess the
amount of overcrowding prevailing at the present time. In
1949, 378 cases of overcrowding came to the notice of the Health
Department and in 1950, 336 families were found to be living in
overcrowded dwellings.
In conclusion, may I again express my appreciation of the
loyalty and able assistance afforded to me by the Staff of the
Public Health Department during the year and my thanks to
the Members of the Council for their support and consideration.
I am, Mr. Mayor, Aldermen and Councillors,
H. W. BARNES,
Medical Officer of Health.