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kept by the Medical Research Council, and that we will
at once be informed if and when the general level of
radio-activity approaches the danger point. This,
of course, is a statement which one would not attempt
to contradict. Nevertheless, I still feel that
the Public Health Department should be in possession
of the fullest possible information, and that responsible
members of the staff should know exactly what they
have to do should a sudden emergency arise.
I would once again conclude this report by
expressing my sincere thanks to the Public Health
Committee and to the Urban District Council for the
unfailing courtesy and assistance extended to me as
Medical Officer of Health. I would also extend my
grateful thanks to every member of the Public Health
Department, with particular reference to my Deputy
Dr. Janet Campbell, the Chief Public Health Inspector,
Mr. W. Jackaman, and Mr. J. Wilson, Chief Clerk in the
Public Health Department. I need scarcely say that
Mr. Jackaman is and always has been a tower of strength.
But, ever since I took up my duties as Medical Officer
of Health in 1953, I have had the privilege of leading
a first class team, without whose unfailing help my
task would have been much more difficult.
I remain,
Mr. Chairman, Ladies and Gentlemen,
Your obedient servant,
W. C. Harvey
Medical Officer of Health.
August 1959
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