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Hornsey 1962
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Hornsey, Borough of]
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LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
| Date of Hearing | Offence | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Food and Drugs Act, 1955, Section 2. | ||
| 8th January | Wrapped sliced loaf contaminated by particles of paint and fibre. | Fine £10. Costs £12.12s. |
| Milk and -Dairies (General) Regulations, 1959. | ||
| 27th November | Milk bottle not in a state of thorough cleanliness. | Fine £2. Costs £4.4s. |
REGISTRATION OF DISTRIBUTORS OF MILK
Five applications were received for the registration of premises
for the sale of milk either from the premises themselves or from
refrigerated vending machines. In all cases conditions were considered
satisfactory in the light of the Milk and Dairies (General) Regulations
and the registrations were granted.
REGISTRATION OF PREMISES FOR THE SALE ETC.
OF ICE CREAM
During the year seven applications were received for the registration
of premises for the storage and sale of ice cream. In all
instances the premises were satisfactory in the terms of the Food
Hygiene Regulations and accordingly the Council agreed to their
registration.
INSPECTIONS OF FOOD PREMISES WERE MADE
DURING THE YEAR AS "FOLLOWS:-
Bakehouses and Bakers' Shops 42
Butchers' Shops 81
Canteens and Kitchens 22
Confectioners 77
Fish Shops 30
Greengrocers' Shops 95
Grocers' Shops 139
Public Houses and
Off Licences 55
Restaurants, Cafes, etc. 174
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