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Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London

Hackney 1969

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Hackney]

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SampleAnalyst's ReportAction Taken
Archtichoke HeartsIncorrectly labelledImporters contacted. Product now discontinued
Cream of WheatIncorrectly labelledDoubtful infringement, no further action
Instant Non-Fat MilkIncorrectly labelledNo action. Manufacturers gave a satisfactory explanation
Meat PiesDeficient in MeatVerbal warning given to manufacturer
Spiced PorkNot appropriately described according to Part III, Section 8 of the Canned Meat Products Regulations, 1967.No action. Manufacturers gave a satisfactory explanation
Powdered MushroomsIncorrectly labelledNo action. Minor infringement
HaloumiIncorrectly labelledImporters advised
Kash CavalIncorrectly labelledImporters advised
Export Jamaican Drinking ChocolateContained 20-25% below usual sugar contentManufacturers agreed to amend label
Jay Bee Ginger WineProof less than stated on labelManufacturer advised
Restwell TabletsNo declaration of designation and quantitative particulars of active ingredients declared on outer containerManufacturer advised
Sparkling Cola ChampagnePresence of cyclamates not declaredNo action in view of legislation prohibiting use of cyclamates from 1 Jan. 1970
Sparkling GrapeadePresence of cyclamates not declaredNo action in view of legislation prohibiting use of cyclamates from 1 Jan. 1970
Instant Non-Pat MilkIncorrectly labelledLetter to manufacturer regarding amendment to label
Flower WaterContaminated with mouldOld stock, remainder surrendered and destroyed
Flower WaterContaminated with mouldOld stock, remainder surrendered and destroyed
Meat PiesDeficient in meatWarning letter to manufacturer, previous samples having been satisfactory