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The number of premises affected is as followst-
Domestic 639
Commercial 156
Industrial 7
Other 28
In submitting this proposed Order, it was anticipated that
the operative date would coincide with that of Area No. 1.
Smoke Nuisance, Thirteen complaints were received in respect
of smoke nuisance, six of which referred to the burning of rubbish.
This type of nuisance is sometimes created by the thoughtless action of
persons who are unaware of the proper means of disposal, but on many
occasions it is caused by downright disregard of the rights and feelings
of others who are subjected to considerable nuisance from smoke,
disagreeable fumes and ash.
Two complaints referred to industrial incinerators, one of
which is not now in use. The other has been satisfactorily modified
by the installation of a flue gas washing system which, so far, has proved
to be very effective in eliminating smoke and fly ash.
Industrial boiler chimneys were responsible for two complaints.
These referred to oil fired plants and were minor in degree, being merely
matters of adjustment.
The remaining complaints were domestic in character and advice
was given in these cases.
In addition to the above a number of complaints were received of
excessive grit emission from the Power Station. Mention has been made
in a previous report of the possibility of this occurring from time to
time due to the use of low grade fuels and when breakdowns or operational
faults occur,„ A survey was being conducted with a view to assessing the
extent Of the nuisance, but sufficient data was not to hand by the end of
the year. It is obvious, however, by reference to the results from the
deposit gauges that an increase is being recorded which bears a close
relationship to the increased load which has been placed upon the Station.
Recording of Atmospheric Pollution. An instrument is maintained on
the Guildhall roof for the recording of smoke and sulphur dioxide by the
Volumetric method. The advantage of this method over the deposit gauge
is that it is possible to obtain daily readings of pollution and to
observe more closely the effects of weather conditions on the state of the