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Romford 1964

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Romford]

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did not conform with the Regulations and it was apparent in these
cases that the manufacturers had failed to detect the faults during
manufacture. All were returned for amendment.
The following conferences were attended:—
The Institute of Shops Acts Administration
National Home Safety
In conclusion, I would thank the Committee for the privilege
of attending these conferences and for the facilities given in my
capacity as Hon. Editor of 'The Inspector' the official journal of
the Institute of Shops Acts Administration.
The various Acts with their limitations have been enforced
as can be seen in the schedules of this report.
SHOPS ACT, 1950
(a) Inspections
1,810 inspections and observations were carried out for various
purposes under the Act, during the year.
The following contraventions were noted:—
(i) Early Closing Day
Failing to exhibit notice 4
Failing to close shop for serving customers 1
Failing to observe the regulations 1
(ii) Evening Closing Hours
Failing to close shop for serving of customers 2
(iii) Sunday Trading
Failing to close shop for serving of customers 2
Failing to observe the Regulations 4
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