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skills displayed. I further acknowledge the valuable services provided by voluntary
organisations operating in the Health and Social Welfare fields. Without such a form
of dedicated voluntary service the Local Authority's functions would not operate
with the same degree of efficiency.
I should like to take this opportunity to record with deep sincerity my thanks
for the support and encouragement given to me by the Chairmen, Vice-Chairmen and
Members of the separate Health and Welfare Committees and, from May 1968, the
Chairman, Vice-Chairman and Members of the combined Health and Welfare
Committee and to acknowledge the co-operation and assistance of the Chief Officers
of other Departments.
M. WATKINS
Medical Officer of Health
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