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The sampling and inspection of imported foods have been transferred from
Port Health Authorities in accordance with the requirements of the Imported
Food Regulations 1968 and it is anticipated that with increased use of containers
these duties will increase. The supervision of food premises continues
to be a major responsibility and in this connection it will clearly be
necessary to accept every opportunity, both in the field and by courses of
lectures, of improving the knowledge of food handlers in relation to hygiene
methods and the possible results of their failure in this direction.
The smoke control programme has been vigorously pursued and it is a
matter for regret that an anticipated shortage of solid smokeless fuels must
have a prejudicial effect on this effort. Steps will, however, be taken to
overcome any delays which are already apparent, with the intention of completing
the programme within the estimated period.
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