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4.
The advent of parking meters in the Borough has produced quite a series
of difficult decisions from a medical viewpoint, as to whether exemption
should be granted, and has probably saved many afflicted persons from
deteriorating. The authentication of International vaccination certificates
has been sufficiently prolific to show that many more Shoreditch people than
one would imagine are otherwise being exposed to smallpox and similar risks,
so that it is imperative that we keep our defences in working order. The
medical referee work is worthy of its former placing in Harley Street, but
can be more closely followed by a local worker and probably a fairer decision
can be reached for all concerned. Similarly superannuation examinations of
both manual and office staff give one the satisfaction of being able to guide
incoming staff on methods of avoiding later, otherwise unnecessary breakdowns.
Finally, Mr. Mayor, Ladies and Gentlemen, I wish to thank all those
members of the Council, other Departments, and especially the staff of the
Health and Welfare Departments, who have unstintingly given of their best
in improving the health and welfare of the Borough's inhabitants.
Yours faithfully,
B. BROAD BENT.
Medical Officer of Health.
Shoreditch Town Hall,
Old Street, E.C.I.
SHOreditch 7600.