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INSECT CONTROL
The majority of complaints regarding infestation of premises by
insects were those of carpet beetles, moths and wasps. All complaints
were investigated and advice given and where necessary insecticides
applied free of cost.
During the year 61 wasp nests were destroyed. This figure is not as
high as that for 1960 and the decrease is undoubtedly due to the
increase in the charge authorised by the Council in respect of this
service. However, it should be remembered that the charge, viz: 25/is
a realistic figure and relates directly to the cost of the work to the
Council. The charge is, in any case, considerably lower than that made
by outside firms specialising in insect eradication.
OTHER INSPECTIONS
PET SHOPS
Three persons are licensed to keep pet shops in the district and
visits are made periodically to the premises. In each case the business
has been found to be carried on satisfactorily.
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