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The certificates necessitate the inspection of the foodstuffs to be
exported and, on occasions, samples are taken for analysis before a
certificate is issued. Investigation is made into the method of
production, where necessary.
Ice Cream.
Five samples of ice cream and one of 'Parev' (Kosher ice cream) were
subjected to the methylene blue reduction test, with the following reailts:-
Manuf actured
In Borough; Outside Borough Total
Grade I 1 (2) 3 (7) 4 (9)
„ II 1 (1) 1 (1) 2 (2)
(The figures in parenthesis are those for 1957).
Eight samples were submitted for chemical analysis and showed an
average fat content of 10.22 per cent.
Although there are 28 premises registered in the Borough for the
manufacture of ice cream, only three premises were used for this purpose
during the year. These were inspected from time to time under the Ice
Cream (Heat Treatment) Regulations, 1947-52, and the thermometer readings
checked. No contravention of the regulations was found.
Legal Proceedings.
Summonses dealt with by the Public Health Inspectors (Food) during
the year were a.s follows:-
Number of
Summonses Fines Costs
Food and Drugs Act, 1955. 1 £10. 0. 0d. £6. 6. 0d
Food Hygiene Regulations, 1955. 6 22. 0. 0d 6. 0. 0d
7 £32. 0. 0d £12. 6. 0d
Cautionary Letters.
On the instructions of the Public Health Committee, cautionary
letters were sent in respect of the following contraventions
Sale of bread containing an insect.
Sale of pork sausages 22 per cent. deficient in meat.
Sample of milk containing 11.5 per cent. added water.
Dirty conditions in a grocery shop.
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