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Disposal of the Dead.
The Merton and Morden and Carshalton Joint Cemetery Board,
established in 1943, owns 58 acres of land in lower Morden for the
burial needs of both districts. Some 19 acres have been laid out,
but interments have not yet begun. The remaining unused part of
Carshalton Church Yard will meet local needs for a limited period
longer.
Exploratory discussions have been held with other Authorities
with a view to providing local cremation facilities.
Modern and adequate mortuary facilities, with provision for postmortem
examinations, are provided at the Council's Mill Lane
mortuary.
Shops Act 1912—1936.
One hundred and ninety-five inspection of shops and business
premises were made and no informal or formal action was necessary
regarding infringements.
There were approximately 580 shop premises on the register.
Section 10 (Health and Comfort).
It was necessary to take action in two cases for the provision- of
sanitary accommodation.
Offices.
Twenty inspections of offices were made but no action was
necessary.
Swimming Baths.
The one privately owned swimming bath is still closed.
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