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The samples included 8 taken as part of a national survey for pesticide
residues. 13 of the samples reported as not genuine were the result of food
complaints, 1 was a labelling offence and 1 sample obtained was found to be
mouldy.

Prosecutions were taken in respect of sour cream, mouldy bread and
condiment found to contain sulphur dioxide. Fines totalling £73 were imposed.
(c) Food Hygiene
The Food Hygiene Regulations impose obligations in respect of the
construction, repairs and maintenance of food premises; the facilities to be
provided including sinks and wash-hand basins; the cleanliness of food handlers
and their clothing and the action to be taken if they are suffering from or are
carriers of certain diseases; and the temperature at which certain foods must
be kept. 686 visits were made to places in the district where food is kept for
sale. The most effective way to achieve high standards of hygiene in food
premises is frequent inspection incorporating education of food handlers. In
general, the food premises are satisfactory but taking the view that the
Regulations impose a minimum standard it is always possible to secure improvement.
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