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In addition, there are 3 stalls which are sited on private
forecourts as unders:-
Fruit and vegetables 1
Shellfish 1
Clothing 1
SHOPS ACT, 1950
Regular inspections were carried out as required by Section 38
in regard to the provision of ventilation, lighting, reasonable
temperature, adequate and suitable sanitary conveniences and washing
facilities for the staff concerned, and the provision for the taking
of meals on the premises should this be necessary. Various improvements
were carried out during the year but in no case was it necessary to
serve a notice.
LICENSING ACT. 1961
From the 1st November, 1961, new types of licences were required
for the sale of alcoholic drinks in restaurants, private hotels, guest
houses, etc., and from the 1st March, 1962, more stringent controls were
introduced in respect of clubs selling intoxicating liquor. Copies of
both classes of application to the Justices for licences are referred to
the Public Health Department and the premises concerned are inspected by
the Public Health Inspector. Objection can be raised to the grant or
renewal of a licence if the premises are found to be not suitable or
convenient for the proposed use having regard to their character and
condition. In practice the main objections likely to be raised would
arise from breaches of the Food Hygiene Regulations or from insufficient
or improperly sited sanitary accommodation for the use of patrons. No
grounds for objection have arisen. Appropriate accommodation has been
provided in connection with newly constructed or adapted premises, and
in the case of existing establishments previously licensed, additional
accommodation has been provided whenever structurally possible, or
alternatively other premises have been acquired.
PHARMACY AND POISONS ACT, 1933
42 persons entitled to sell poisons included in Part II of the
Poisons List were entered on the Council's Register at the 31st
December, 1962.
All premises were inspected as to their suitability and to
ensure that records were properly maintained, labelling efficiently
performed, and that sales are only made by employees nominated on
the application forms. No infringements were reported during the year.
RODENT CONTROL - The Prevention of Damage by Pests Act. 1949.
The destruction of rats and mice has fully engaged the two rodent
officers throughout the year. There has been a noticeable drop in the