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BAKEHOUSES
There were 14 Bakehouses in use of which 2 were Basement Bakehouses.
One basement bakehouse at 34, Portland St., was demolished during the year.
30 inspections were made by the Public Health Inspectors.
PUBLIC HEALTH (CONDENSED MILK) REGULATIONS, 1959
Three samples of condensed milk were purchased for analysis and all
were certified to comply with the regulations.
SLAUGHTERHOUSES
There are now no slaughterhouses in the borough.
CATERING ESTABLISHMENTS
There are 451 catering establishments in the borough. These include
riverside snack bars, cafes, coffee stalls, mobile snack bars, public house
restaurants, and industrial canteens. All have received systematic inspection
and close supervision during tne year, and a satisfactory standard has been
maintained.
REGISTRATION OF FOOD PREMISES (Food and Drugs Act, 1955)
There are now 90 premises registered under Section 16 of the above
Act for the purpose of the Preparation or Manufacture of Sausages or Potted,
Pressed, Pickled or Preserved Food intended for sale.
FOOD SHOPS
Public houses 165
Cafes 148
Factory canteens 138
Butchers 59
Fish shops (wet and dry) and fried fish shops 39
Bakehouses 15
Greengrocers 57
Grocers 127
Ice-cream dealers and manufacturers 296
Schools providing food 50
Milk distributors 146
ANALYSIS OF WORK CARRIED OUT IN FOOD PREMISES
Food rooms repaired and redecorated 147
Equipment provided or improved 117
Lighting improved 53
Ventilation improved 49
Food cupboards provided 86
Refrigerators provided or repaired 55
Accommodation for clothing improved 74
Wash-hand basins provided or renewed 81
Hot water supplies provided 57
Sinks provided or renewed 73