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2.—Cream sold as Preserved Cream.
(a) Instances in which samples have been submitted for analysis to ascertain
if the statements on the label as to preservatives were correct.
(i.) Correct statements made 17
(ii.) Statements incorrect Nil
Total 17
(iii.) Percentage of preservative found in
each sample Average .0651% Boric Acid
per lb. Lowest .0464%
Highest .097%
Persentage stated on statutory label. Not exceeding 0.4%.
(b) Determinations made of milk fat in cream sold as preserved cream.
(i.) Above 35 per cent 17
(ii.) Below 35 per cent Nil
Total 17
(c) Instances where (apart from analysis) the requirements as to labelling
or declaration of preserved cream in Article V. (1) and the proviso in
Article V. (2) of the Regulations have not been observed Nil
(d) Particulars of each case in which the Regulations have not been complied
with, and action taken Nil
3.—Thickening instances.—Any evidence of their addition to cream or to
preserved cream. Action taken where found.— None.
4.—Observations, if any.— Nil.
The Milk Special Designations Order, 1923.—Under this Order 41 applications
were received from 9 dealers in the Borough for licences to sell milk as
"Certified" Milk or Grade "A" Tuberculin Tested Milk. As the milk in each
case was obtained from a producer licensed under the Order and the premises of the
applicants were found to be satisfactory, licences were granted in each case, the
numbers being 15 in respect of Certified Milk and 12 for Grade "A" Tuberculin
Tested Milk. In addition to these, one licence has been granted in respect of
pasteurised milk, the Holding Plant provided and the methods generally having
been considered satisfactory. In accordance with the instructions of the Ministry
70 samples were taken during the year and submitted to the Council's Bacteriologist,
Dr. A. J. R. Foulerton. Copies of the reports were duly forwarded to the
Ministry.
Milk (Mothers and Children) Orders.—During 1925 exactly the same line was
followed as in former years. The amount expended in the year ended 31st March,
1926, was £357 5s. 9d., as against £304 19s. 9d. up to 31st March, 1925.
The actual number of cases dealt with was 220, and the number of orders issued
1,051.
The number of instances in which the supply was granted absolutely free,
having regard to the total number of cases and circumstances generally, is comparatively
small. The amount contributed in individual cases varies considerably,
but from the very beginning what the amount should be has always been very
carefully assessed, the size of the family and the family earnings and circumstances
being taken into consideration. In every case formal application is required to
be made by the individual whether recommended by the Medical Officer of a
consultation or seeking assistance personally.
Following receipt of the application enquiries are made by the Health Visitors
and on their report and the information provided in the application, assessment is
made by the Medical Officer of Health.