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reorganisation proposals. It is however surprising that, in the
provinces, local authorities who will now become extinct have
been compelled to create large departments of social services at
considerable expense, only to be told within a year of their formation
to prepare to dismantle them and reorganise yet again by
April 1974.
I am glad to acknowledge the help which I have received from
the staff who have worked closely with me. I am confident that
their continued optimism will be confirmed in the future. It has
been another heavy year for my Deputy, Dr. Watts, and I acknowledge
my debt to her. In conclusion, I am glad to have the opportunity
to thank my Chairman, Councillor Strong, and ViceChairman,
Councillor Vaughan, and all the members of the Health
Committee for the support which they have given at all times.
Your obedient Servant,
J. Kerr Brown,
Medical Officer of Health and
Director of Health Services.