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25.
MERCHANDISE MARKS ACT.
As the Council appoints an analyst for the purposes of the Food
and Drugs Act, 1955, they may execute any of the provisions of the
Merchandise Marks Act other than those relating to importation, so far
as relates to any foodstuff to which an Order in Council under the Act
applies. These are administered by my department.
Inspections were made but it was not necessary to take any
action during the year.
HEATING APPLIANCES (FIREGUARDS) ACT. 1952.
This Act is to ensure that adequate guards are provided for
heating appliances and standards are prescribed.
Visits have been made to shops selling heating appliances during
the year but in all cases the appliances inspected were satisfactory.
RAG FLOCK & OTHER FILLING MATERIALS ACT, 1951.
One renewal of a licence to store rag flock was issued for a
wholesale store.
Two premises are registered for the purposes of the Act. These
are premises where upholstery work is carried on.
One sample was submitted to the Prescribed Analyst who gave a
satisfactory report.
PET ANIMALS ACT, 1951.
This Act provides for a system of licensing and inspection of
pet shops by local authorities.
Two applications for renewal of licences were received and after
inspection and report were granted:
SHOPS ACT. 1950.
There are 371 shops in the Borough and inspections are made in
connection with provisions of the Shops Act, 1950, which are concerned
with sanitary accommodation, washing facilities, heating, lighting and
ventilation. Where plans are submitted of new construction or alteration
to shop premises, due consideration is given to ensure that the proposals
comply with the provisions of the Act.
The Public Health Inspectors are responsible for the administration
of the law relating to shop hours, including early closing and
Sunday trading.