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Control of Rodents and other Pests
265 complaints in respect of rats and mice infestations were received and
fully investigated Twice during the year the foul water system was treated
for rats and the results were most satisfactory Other pest infestations dealt
with were as follows
Woodworm 13; Bugs 15; Miscellaneous 13.
Total number of visits of all kinds
paid by Inspectors during the year , . 5 593
Approximate number of rated premises
in the area 10 709
Notices served -
Statutory 3
Informal 384
Number of houses, etc., disinfected 5
Swimming Pool
Period open from 6th May to 17th September,
Number of bathers - 39,727. This figure does not include school parties
and clubs
Shops Act. A total number of 119 visits were made during the year. This
figure includes Sunday and evening visits Pour warnings were given
There appears to be no change in the fact that many shops still close
their doors earlier than the statutory closing times, although the number who
remain open later on one day each week is on the increase.
No serious breach of the Act has been noted