Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Poplar, Metropolitan Borough]
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Though the main purpose of this Bill is to provide an Act of Parliament
that will strengthen the arm of those who have the responsibility of enforcing
improved conditions, it may be hoped that its introduction, together with the
attendant publicity, will act as a stimulus to the sense of responsibility not
only of those already engaged in the food industry but also of those who propose
to enter it.
Food Premises.
The number of food premises in the area by type of business is as follows:
Manufacturing premises 38.
(Confectionery 5; Bakers confectionery 1; Flour millers 3; Edible oils 2;
Ice cream 2; Wine blenders 2; Nut roasters 2; Grocery 3; Pickles 2; Spice
grinders 1; Milk pasteurising 2; Pood dehydration 2; Meat products 7; Mineral
waters 1; Sugar refiners 2; Bakers 1).
This list does not include places where food is manufactured principally for
retail sale on the premises.
Wharves 23
Cold stores 2
Wholesale premises 19
(Grocers 12; Banana ripeners 4; Confectioners 2; Biscuits 1).