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General Closing Hours
An order in Council was made by the Secretary of State
revoking the provisions of the Shops Act, 1950, relating to the
general closing hours of shops during the winter months.
There was no suspension of the General Closing Hours during
the Christmas period 1952.
Sunday Trading
The provisions of the Shops Act restricting Sunday trading
are effectively enforced by means of investigations and observations.
78 visits were made for this purpose, and 3 warning
notices were sent in respect of contraventions.
Shops Act and Young Persons Employment Act, 1938
Regular investigations and inspections were made in connection
with these Acts, and it has been ascertained that the conditions
of employment have improved, both as to the hours of employment
of young persons and the arrangements made for the health and
comfort of shop workers generally. 236 visits were made in
connection with these Acts.
It is gratifying to note that the provisions of the Act have
been well observed.