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Dagenham 1963
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Dagenham]
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the year were in respect of private dwellings, mainly concerned with noisy
neighbours. A complaint in respect of a local factory was made by one resident,
although neighbours failed to confirm the complainant's allegations. After
lengthy investigations, usually very late at night, the complainant appeared
satisfied that his complaint was not altogether justified.
Section 2 of the Act restricts the operation of loud speakers on the highway.
This is dealt with by the Council's shops act inspector. During the year
legal proceedings were instituted in 7 cases. The Council were successful in
each case; fines totalling £35 were imposed and £7. 13s. Od. in costs awarded.
In addition, proceedings were taken in five cases under the Dagenham Urban
District Council Act, 1931, in respect of the use of noisy instruments for the
purpose of advertising a trade or business; fines £9. 0s. 0d., costs
£5. 2s. Od. It would not be proper, however, to convey the idea that all
offences, trivial or serious, are automatically dealt with by way of prosecution,
The keynote of the Council's enforcement policy is to assist and advise traders.
RAC FLOCK AND OTHER FILLINC MATERIALS ACT, 1951
Three premises which have been registered under Section 2 of the Act have
continued to operate. One licence for the manufacture of rag flock has been
issued during the year.
Samples are regularly taken at the three factories in the borough where
filling materials are manufactured.
Twenty-three informal samples were taken during the year; two samples of cotton felt were unsatisfactory. The details are as follows
| Material | No. of Samples Submitted for Analysis |
|---|---|
| Rag Flock | 4 |
| Cotton Felt | 8 |
| Coir Fibre | 1 |
| Kapok | 3 |
| Sisal | 3 |
| Layered Flock | 3 |
| Woollen Mixture Felt | 1 |
PET ANIMALS ACT, 1951
Four licences authorising the keeping of pet shops have been renewed. The
conditions attached to the licences are those approved by the Association of
Municipal Corporations; no serious breach of the conditions occurred.
PREVENTION OF DAMACE BY PESTS ACT, 1949
Disinfestation of rats and mice is carried out under the supervision of the
district inspectors by the manual employee attached to the department. Service
is free to householders but a charge on a time and material basis is made for
business premises. A major infestation of either rats or mice did not occur
during the year.
RIDING ESTABLISHMENTS ACT, 1939
There are two riding establishments in the borough; these are inspected
annually by the Council's veterinary surgeon. Conditions have been found to be
satisfactory.
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