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(d) Rats and Mice Destruction Act, 1919.
There is developing an increasing consciousness Of
the serious damage to foodstuffs and property caused
by rodent infestations.
The relation between sewer and surface infestations
is recognised.
Owing to demands upon the services of the Corporation
arising from enemy action it was not possible
to co-ordinate treatment on the ' block ' system.
A start was made upon sewer treatment but this
had to be discontinued owing to more urgent calls
upon the technical labour and staff of the Council.
Continuous treatment of major infestations and
potential reservoirs was however maintained.
The total number of complaints received during
the year were 265. Many related to minor infestations
and were dealt with by the issue of suitable raticides.
In other cases appropriate action was taken by your
officers, using new methods.
(9) ERADICATION OF BED BUGS.
The following houses have been disinfested:—
Barking Council Houses 4
Privately owned Houses 7
Evacuation and shelter-dwelling reduced the incidence
of infestations.