London's Pulse: Medical Officer of Health reports 1848-1972
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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
Havering 1971
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Havering]
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to undertake operations against feral pigeons and once again
particular reference was given to certain British Railways'
property.
The rodent baiting of the Council's sewers is dealt with
by the staff of the Borough Engineer & Surveyor, who in the
main use contractors for this purpose.
The following is an extract from the Annual Report on Rats and Mice for the year ending 31st December 1971 which is sent to the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries & Food on Form 1.R.31 under authority of the Prevention of Damage by Pests Act 1949:—
| Non-Agricultural Premises | Agricultural Premises | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Total number of properties (including nearby premises) inspected following notification. | 4,026 | - |
| Number infested by : (a) Rats | 2,727 | - |
| (b) Mice | 1,299 | - |
| 2. Total number of properties inspected for rats and/or mice for reasons other than notification. | 5,476 | 219 |
Civic Amenities Act 1967
7 prosecutions were taken by the Council during the year
under Section 19 of the Civic Amenities Act 1967. All were in
respect of the illegal dumping of rubbish. Fines totalling £48
v/ere imposed and costs totalling £20.60 awarded the Council.
Hairdressers and Barbers
2 certificates of registration were issued during the year
in respect of new businesses as hairdressers (barbers) and 9
registrations were made concerning change of ownership. The
total number of registrations at the end of 1971 was 163.
Cemeteries
The Council operate 4 cemeteries all sited within the
Borough, the number of interments — including the interment of
cremated remains — taking place during the year was as follows :
82