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Mouldy article of food (1). (Sliced Brown Loaf)
The evidence available in this case was not definite enough to
warrant the Council considering legal proceedings, there being some
doubt regarding the possible date of purchase and delivery to the shop.
Unsatisfactory condition of Foodstuffs (9)
* Canned Salmon
* Canned Pork Luncheon Meat
* Canned Chopped Ham Loaf
* Canned Corned Mutton
Bacon (stale)
Bacon Sandwich (sour)
Vermicelli (discoloured)
* Canned Milk (Bitter Taste)
Meat Pie
The articles marked with an asterisk (*) were packed in countries
outside the United Kingdom, and this necessitated forwarding details
to the Embassies concerned. Investigation has shown that some of these
goods may have been 'bankrupt stock' but in the absence of a readily
recognisable date code, it is not possible to verify quickly the age
of the goods. In none of these cases was legal action taken.
The remaining complaints were investigated and after due consideration
were not considered suitable for legal action.
In connection with the complaint regarding stale Bacon, it was
observed during enquiries at the premises where the sale was made,that
a serious contravention of the Pood Hygiene (General) Regulations had
taken place on the premises. Legal proceedings were instituted in
respect of this contravention, and the result is reported elsewhere in
this report.
Particular Foods and types of food premises in the Borough
STALLS
No marked improvement in conditions so far as the pood Hygiene
(General) Regulations 1960 has been effected during the past year.
This is not due to any lack of supervision on the part of this Department
but experience has shown that the three street markets in the
Borough have been established for many years, and in several cases have
been in the hands of the same family for many years, with the result
that habits have now become custom, and it is a state of affairs very
difficult to break. However by sheer persistance and regular inspections
it could be fairly reported that some slight improvement is being
attained; an example of this is in respect of smoking, which has shown
a definite decrease on the part of persons engaged in the handling of
foodstuffs in the market.
The effective disposal of waste material during the hours of operation
of the market, is one that is still giving concern.
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