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Poplar 1927
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Poplar, Metropolitan Borough]
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29 intimations and 10 statutory notices were served, also one final
notice. The requirements of these documents were complied with.
OVERCROWDING.
Overcrowding, unless very gross or accompanied by mixing of sexes,
has not been dealt with officially. Of 26 cases reported, 11 were abated,
housing accommodation being provided by the Borough Council in
8 cases and by the L.C.C. in 3 instances.
(See "Housing Conditions" page 56.)
Thirteen cases of overcrowding in workshops were abated.
CANAL BOATS ACTS. For the year ended 31st December, 1927, the inspections and reports of the Inspectors were as follows:—
| Registered boats. | Non-Registered boats. | |
|---|---|---|
| *Mr. H. A. Tibbatts, East Combined Division | — | — |
| Mr. J. Johnson, West Combined Division | — | — |
| *Mr. C. H. Brown, Poplar South Division | — | — |
| Mr. H. J. Langley, Bromley North Division | — | — |
| Mr. Wm. Johnson, Bromley Central Division | — | 2 |
| Mr. A. J. Field, Bow East Division | 15 | 8 |
| Mr. F. A. Smith, Bow West Division | — | — |
| Totals | 15 | 10 |
* There is no canal in either of these Divisions; the Inspectors deputise,
when necessary, for other Inspectors.
Mr. J. Johnson reported "Frequent visits to the section of canal in the
West Combined Division have failed to find any registered canal boats during
such visits—either stationary or on the move."
Mr. H. J. Langley reported "None observed to stay in the Bromley North
Reach during duration of visits."
Mr. Wm. Johnson reported "Two boats were very dirty and neglected. In
one the fresh water tank was badly dented and had a badly fitting lid, spots of
oil on surface of drinking water. Letters sent to owners. The boats were
overhauled, repainted, and made habitable, although not registered. One boat
visited twice."
Mr. A. J. Field reported "Two registered boats were visited twice.
Condition of boats generally good. Two cases of leaky cabin tops. Letters
sent to Owners and Registration Authority."