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Overcrowding has increased during the year and the
standard of housing in general has deteriorated owing to the
shortage of labour and materials. A lower standard of work
than is desirable has to be accepted and much necessary work
left undone. This state of affairs will eventually lead to
many houses becoming unfit long before their time and, in
consequence, adding further to the housing problem.
Much of the Inspectors' time has been taken up in dealing
with applications for civil building licences.
The work of the Rodent Destruction Department has been
prosecuted with vigour and success.
I wish to acknowledge the good work of the Medical
Officers. Sanitary Inspectors, Health Visitors and all other
members of the Staff during the year and I am especially
indebted to Mr. Gray and Mr. Relleen for their assistance in
preparing this report.
I am,
Your obedient Servant,
A.A.TURNER.
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