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Housing: The change in character of the new houses being
built which was noted last year still continues. Large
family houses are being demolished and replaced by blocks
of so-called maisonettes and garages.
More specialised housing particularly suited to
the needs of aged persons is required and towards this end
are to be welcomed 28 special flatlets for the aged with a
further programme of 60 more under construction.
Private enterprise is reported to have built
280 dwellings in the year which compares with 295 in 1957.
Staff: Details of the staff are set out on page one.
There has been no change during the year other than a
Junior Clerk.
I record my thanks to the Chairman and Members
of the Public Health Committee for their encouragement
and active support of the work of the Public Health
Department, and to Mr. Elaridge, the Chief Public Health
Inspector, and his Inspectors; and Mr. Elms and clerical
staff of the department, and to Dr. W.H. Kinstrie, Deputy
Medical Officer of Health.
I have the honour to be Mr. Mayor,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Your obedient Servant,
J.W. STARKEY,
Medical Officer of Health.
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