London's Pulse: Medical Officer of Health reports 1848-1972

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Southwark 1969

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Southwark, Borough of]

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dealing with regular examination by competent persons.
As is the practice adopted by H.M. Factory Inspectorate, written communications
were sent to all occupiers following receipt of an unsatisfactory report.
Conclusion
It is considered that steady progress continues to be made in obtaining higher
standards in registered premises. It is pleasing to note that enforcement of the
requirements of the Act has to a large extent been achieved by discussion with and advice
given to occupiers and without recourse to legal proceedings and, in the majority of cases,
to written notices.
The continued advice and assistance afforded by H.M. Factory Inspectorate is
greatly appreciated.
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