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Kingston upon Thames 1928
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Kingston-upon-Thames]
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other towns I have visited. Practically all the premises now
have glazed stalls or slabs, and the minimum of labour is
required to keep the conveniences in clean condition. Comparatively
few of the licensees have failed to keep the
premises in order.
Rag Flock Acts, 1911 and 1928.
There are at least two, and probably several more,
premises on which Rag Flock is used in the making of
upholstery, cushions and bedding, but no samples were taken
for analysis during 1928. It is anticipated that some action
may be taken during the current year.
Legal Proceedings
| Nature of offence | Result | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Failure to observe due clean liness in connection with a room used for the prepara-tion of food. | Fined £10 and £5 5s. costs |
| 2. | The exposure for sale of meat which was unwholesome and unfit for the food of man. | Summons dismissed on payment of £2 2s. costs by the defendants. |
Conclusion.
I again desire to thank you, Mr. Chairman, and the
Members of the Public Health Committee and Corporation
generally, for your consideration and support during the
year, and the Officers of other departments who are always
very willing to afford me assistance and information.
I am, Ladies and Gentlemen,
Your obedient servant,
HAROLD T. PERRY,
Chief Sanitary Inspector.
Municipal Offices,
Kingston-upon-Thames.
March, 1929.