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works to be executed in order to make the premises in all
respects reasonably fit for human habitation.
The applications were submitted to the Committee
together with a report of the conditions existing in each
case.
In only one case was the issue of a certificate authorised,
and this was afterwards cancelled as the result of the
applicant's subsequent action.
In two eases the necessary work was completed before
the applications were submitted to the Committee, and in
the other two the conditions of the premises did not warrant
the making of the application.
Water Supply.—The water supply was withdrawn from
49 houses during the year, for the following reasons—28 by
request; 16 owing to arrears of rates; and 5 for other reasons.
Employment Agencies.—Visits have been paid, at
irregular intervals, to the premises of the 8 licensed keepers,
and the Bye-laws have been found to be well observed.
I have also accompanied the County Council's Officer on
visits of inspection and discussed with the keepers the
provisions of the Bye-laws, etc.
Employment of Children Bye-laws.—In connection with
the employment of children, observations have been made
during the year and five breaches were reported to the
Education Authority.
This work is done mainly outside office hours on Sunday
and public holidays. Speaking generally, the bye-laws are
quite well observed.
Fouling of Footways by Dogs.—As in previous years
attention has been given to the Bye-laws in force in the
Borough, and in addition to general inspections all complaints
received have been promptly investigated. It does not appear
to be clearly understood that the bye-laws refer only to
dogs on a lead, because in a number of complaints investigated
we were told that certain dogs were sent out to roam
at will.
It is extremely difficult to understand the lack of common
decency displayed by any person who, having charge of a
dog secured by a lead, permits the animal to foul the public
footway.
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