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During the year, samples of water were taken from the pools and from their sources
of supply for bacteriological examination, and all were satisfactory.
Regular examinations of the bath waters were carried out by the department, and
full chemical analyses were carried out periodically by the Public Analyst.
Fluoridation
Fluoridation of water supplies to a level of 1.0 part per million has been shown to be
both harmless to health and most suited for the purposes of dental protection. This
concentration of fluoride occurs naturally in many parts of the country, and artificial
fluoridation in London is intended to make generally available the protection which is
enjoyed by these other areas.
The Council have agreed to support the general policy regarding fluoridation of
water supplies, but no action has yet been taken by the Metropolitan Water Board to
introduce the fluoridation of water in the London area.
BACTERIOLOGICAL AND ANALYTICAL WORK
During the year, arrangements were continued whereby specimens for
bacteriological examination were dealt with by the laboratories at County Hall or
St. Stephen's Hospital.

PUBLIC MORTUARY FACILITIES
Since 1st April, 1965, the Council have had an arrangement with the City of
Westminster whereby all Kensington and Chelsea bodies are accommodated in the
Westminster Mortuary at Horseferry Road, S.W.1. which had been enlarged in order to deal
with the extra requirements.
The total number of Kensington and Chelsea cases admitted during the year was
630.
PARKING CONTROL
Application for free parking facilities on grounds of physical disability are referred
to the Medical Officer of Health for consideration and advice. If necessary, applicants are
medically examined.
During 1972, 78 applications were received; 69 were granted, 7 were refused, and 2
decisions were awaited at the end of the year. In addition, 19 disabled drivers were
medically examined.