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A new type of petrol container is now being used at garages to meet the demands
of the light-weight motor-cycle. This consists of a mobile tank called a
Petroiler which contains about fifteen gallons of petroleum spirit mixed with a
proportion of lubricating oil. During business hours the container is generally
kept in the garage forecourt.
This method of storage was not in accordance with the Corporation's requirements,
but, subject to certain conditions, it was approved by the Corporation and
their regulations were amended accordingly.
Establishments for Massage, Chiropody, Electrical and Special Treatment
Thirteen licences in respect of establishments for these purposes were issued
during the year 1956. The premises are all inspected regularly and are well run.
Registration of Hawkers of Food and their Premises
A strict watch is kept on street food traders. Both the persons and the
premises where they store their food have to be registered. Registration can be
refused if the conditions are unsatisfactory. During the year two persons were
registered. The inspectors paid 10 visits.
Rag Flock and Other Filling Materials Act, 1951
Five premises have so far been registered under the Rag Flock and Other
Filling Materials Act, 1951.
There are no premises requiring to be licensed as there is no manufacture or
storage of rag flock in the Borough.
Pet Animals Act, 1951
No person is allowed to keep a pet shop except under the authority of a licence
granted in accordance with the provisions of this Act.
These conditions have regard to the need for securing:
(a) that animals will at all times be kept in accommodation suitable as respects
size, temperature, lighting, ventilation and cleanliness;
(b) that animals will be adequately supplied with suitable food and drink
and (so far as necessary) visited at suitable intervals;
(c) that animals, being mammals, will not be sold at too early an age;
(d) that all reasonable precautions will be taken to prevent the spread among
animals of infectious diseases;
(e) that appropriate steps will be taken in case of fire or other emergency.
There are 11 licences in force in the Borough and 3 visits were made for the
purpose of securing compliance with the conditions of licence.
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