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safeguards as will reduce the spread of disease from at least one
source.
I understand that, although no definite check has been kept
on the number of individuals using these facilities, they have been
appreciated. I also understand that the privileges are not being
abused.
Ponds and Rubbish Dumps
These continue to be kept under observation. During the
summer months, spraying was carried out where and when necessary
to prevent insect breeding.
As in 1951, improvement in respect of the dumping of rubbish
on undeveloped land was effected.
Water Supply
The water supply of the district, which is almost entirely
supplied by the Metropolitan Water Board, remains satisfactory
in quality and quantity. The supply is from high pressure mains
All houses in the district are provided with a direct pipe
supply, the few wells which previously existed having now been
discontinued. It was not considered necessary to carry out any
bacteriological or chemical examination of drinking water during
the year. There is no evidence of any plumbo-solvent action in
the water.
Collection and Disposal of Refuse
The Borough Engineer and Surveyor, who is responsible for
this service, reports that the fleet of vehicles used consists of:
2 S. & D. Freighters (moving floor type).
1 S. & D. Freighter (fore and aft tipper).
2 Karrier Barrier Loaders.
3 Scammell Barrier Loaders.
A weekly collection from all dwelling houses in the Borough
is being carried out. The total tonnage of refuse collected and
dealt with at the Destructor during the year was 16,926 tons.

The value of this material amounted to £12,176 4s. 4d.
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