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(e) Chemical and Bacteriological Examination of Foods.
Chemical examinations of food samples are carried out by the I
Public Analysts, Mr. G. Taylor, F.R.I.C., Dr. J. H. Hammence,
F.R.I.C., and Mr. P. S. Hall, A.R.I.C., of 20, Eastcheap, London,
E.C.3, and bacteriological examinations by the Counties Public
Health Laboratories, 66, Victoria Street, London, S.W.I.
(/) Food Hygiene Regulations, 1955.
These Regulations came into operation on 1st January, 1956.
A reasonably high standard continues to be maintained in the
food premises within the Borough. It was found necessary to serve
notices under the Regulations in a few cases, most of which had
been complied with by the end of the year. Court proceedings
were instituted in two cases for non-compliance with the Regulations
and penalties of £35 with £5 5s. Od. costs were imposed.
The conditions laid down in the Regulations are being maintained
throughout the district.
The following food premises are established in the Borough :—
Butchers, 85 ; Bakers, 42 ; Fishmongers, 38 ; Cafes and
Caterers, 98 ; Grocers, 268 ; Greengrocers, 92 ; Dairies
and Milksellers, 158 ; Ice-Cream Manufacturers and
Vendors, 335.