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will come into force. Already there is evidence, by the approaches
which have been made to the Department, that factory
owners are aware of their responsibilities in this regard.
I have again to report an increase in the number of animals
slaughtered at the Abbattoir, namely 61,422 as against 56,362
last year. A 100 per cent inspection has been maintained but
this has necessitated evening, and very often weekend attendance
of at least one Inspector. The compensatory leave for such late
evening and weekend duties reduces the time these Inspectors can
give to their district work.
Annually, I have to report on new legislation of one form
or another, imposing additional workupon the members of my staff,
and I wish to record my thanks to them for their efforts over
the years in coping with this in addition to the numerous other
duties they are called upon to carry out.
GEO. GRIEVE,
Chief Public Health Inspector