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In the course of inspection 18 sanitary defects or contraventions
of byelaws were observed at cowsheds, dairies and
milkshops, which were forthwith remedied by the occupiers
upon the receipt of a written or verbal notice.
The sheds were specially limewashed during the months
of May and October and have also been limewashed from
time to time as required to maintain proper cleanliness.
There is still need for more frequent cleansing of floors
and for the removal of dung from yards and premises.
The attention of some of the cowkeepers has been called
to the necessity of keeping the udders and hind quarters of the
cows in a more cleanly state, as there is room for much improvement
in this direction.
I am glad to say there are many well constructed and
well kept dairies in the district efficiently equipped, and
possessing recent appliances for maintaining a pure and
wholesome milk supply.
There is need for the long-promised Milk Bill to
strengthen the existing Regulations governing milk supplies
and stores which should specially enable Local Authorities to
refuse the registration of premises unsuited for the storage of
milk and for dairy purposes.
SLAUGHTER HOUSES.
There are 9 slaughter houses on the register, 8 being
registered slaughter houses and one a licensed slaughter house.
The slaughter houses have been inspected frequently, and
as far as possible at times of slaughtering.
The Central London Meat Market being so near at hand
has the effect of reducing to a comparatively small number the
head of cattle and sheep killed in the district.