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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
Hendon 1957
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Hendon]
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ACTION TAKEN IN CONNECTION WITH FOOD STORES AND FOOD SHOPS.
94 notices were served on occupiers of shops and stores drawing attention to
infringements of the Food and Drugs Act, 1955, and Food Hygiene Regulations, 1955.
At the end of the year 73 notices had been complied with.
NUMBER AND TYPE OF FOOD PREMISES IN THE AREA
Grocers and provision merchants 204
Butchers 95
Bakers and confectioners 56
Greengrocers 97
Fishmongers 40
Confectionery shops 133
Restaurants and Cafes 170
Butter Blending Factory 1
Works Canteens 45
Food Warehouses 2
| Registered Premises. | Inspections. | |
|---|---|---|
| Ice Cream Premises | 209 | 52 |
| Preservation of Food | 67 | 40 |
Eighteen samples of ice cream were taken during the year and submitted for
bacteriological examination to the Central Public Health Laboratory, Colindale.
The results of the ice cream samples were as follows:-
| Grade | Number of samples |
|---|---|
| I | 12 |
| II | 4 |
| III | 1 |
| IV | 1 |
Registration of Hawkers and Premises.
| Number Registered, | Number of Inspections. | |
|---|---|---|
| Hawkers | 66) | 27 |
| ) | ||
| Premises | 24) |