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In view of this report the use of these particular instruments which had
been maintained by the Department was discontinued.
The maintenance of the daily smoke filter and hydrogen peroxide
apparatus for measuring sulphur dioxide continued during the year and the results
obtained therefrom were communicated to the Department of Scientific and
Industrial Research, who undertakes the co-ordination of the observations made by
local authorities and investigates the nature, measurement and prevention of
atmospheric pollution.
Hairdressers and Barbers
Section 18 of the London County Council (General Powers) Act, 1954 ,
requires the registration of premises and the persons carrying on the business of
hairdressers or barbers thereat. At the end of the year, 54 premises were registered
and 140 inspections were made to them during the year. Ten notices were served
in respect of unsatisfactory conditions.