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FOODS SUBJECT OF COMPLAINT
A total of 167 complaints about articles of food were received
during the year, all were thoroughly investigated and appropriate
action was taken. Mould and foreign bodies continue to be the main
reasons for complaint.
The following complaints were considered sufficiently serious
to necessitate taking proceedings.
Slimcea Loaf - Mould. Fine £50. plus 10 guineas costs
Cream Sandwich - Fly. Fine £20. and 6 guineas costs.
Pie - Dehydrated. Fine £10. and 3 guineas costs.
Yoghurt - Mould. Fine £45. and £6. costs.
Yoghurt - Beetle. Fine £20. and 5 guineas costs.
Sausage Roll - Mould. Fine £10. and £6. 2. 0. costs.
Chocolate Butter
Creams - Rancid. Fine £15. and £5. costs.
ANIMAL ESTABLISHMENTS
There are three riding establishments in the Borough which are
licensed under the provisions of the Riding Establishments Act, 1964
and the Departments, in collaboration with the Veterinary Surgeon
appointed by the Corporation, carry out the necessary administrative
work.
There are six animal boarding establishments and thirteen pet
animal shops licensed by the Council.
TRADE DESCRIPTIONS ACT. 1968.
This Act replaces the Merchandise Marks Acts 1887 to 1953.
416 inspections were carried out under the Act to ensure that
articles were appropriately labelled and warnings were given where
necessary.