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FREE WASHING FACILITIES IN PUBLIC CONVENIENCES
Facilities for free handwashing are available in Kew Bridge (Ladies'),
Kew Bridge (Men's), High Road (Men's) and Turnham Green (Ladies ) Public
Conveniences, paper hand towels and liquid soap in tilting dispensers being
available in each,
During 1954, 5 400 paper towels were issued showing a much improved use
of the service. In addition, those who preferred linen hand towels and tablet
soap were able to hire these at a cost of 3d each, and in the same conveniences
7,582 of these towels were also used,
In the one convenience in the Borough (Market Place Men s and Ladies )
where free washing facilities are not yet available, 174linen towels were supplied
for use
RIVER POLLUTION
During the year reports were received regularly from the Officers of the
Middlesex County Council regarding the condition of the River Brent, as
ascertained from samples taken at two points, one near its entry into Brentford
and Chiswick and one near its outfall into the River Thames On the whole the
results were more satisfactory than during the previous year. In addition, when
samples taken from the river indicated that particular sites were showing an
increase of pollution the source was ascertained and action was taken by the
Borough Council Officers in conjunction with those of the Middlesex County
Council in order that the sources of offence should be abolished.
Serious pollution in Workhouse Dock at the mouth of the river which had
given cause for anxiety for some years was finally removed by the closing of
this dock for residential purposes, and the removal of derelict barges and
houseboats at times occupied by human beings was in progress at the close of
the year.
STREET TRADING
Certain prescribed areas in the district are allocated for street trading
purposes, and are frequently visited to ensure that they are being maintained
in good condition and in accordance with the Bye laws.
Visits were also paid to the premises of street hawkers who deal in food
stuffs.
CANAL BOATS
Number of boats on register:-
Motor propelled boats 94
Other boats 406
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