[Report 1961] / Medical Officer of Health, Newport (Isle of Wight) Borough.

  • Newport (Isle of Wight, England). Borough Council.
Date:
1961
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Credit: [Report 1961] / Medical Officer of Health, Newport (Isle of Wight) Borough. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    CARAVAN SITES During the year a set of model conditions, applicable to the Isle of Wight, was produced jointly by the six Island District Councils. These conditions were based primarily on those laid down in model form by the Minister. The four principal sites in the Borough are:— Twenty Acres, Whippingham Woodside, Wootton Fernhill, Station Road, Wootton Dodnor Riverside Orchard Licences will be issued as soon as Planning Approval has been given or settled. RODENT CONTROL The following properties were inspected under Part I of the Prevention of Damage by Pests Act 1949, during the year. Local Authority premises Dwelling houses Business premises, etc. Agricultural premises 44 435 265 112 A total of 367 properties was treated. The sewers were dealt with in May and again in the Autumn. 10% of the manholes were selected for test baiting. This showed a few localised infestations which were subsequently treated. After the first two months working it became clear that some method of transport was needed for the rodent operator. A motor scooter was provided and so far this has been satisfactory. For the twice annual sewer treatment when two men and heavy gear are needed, a van is hired and this has proved an economical arrangement. Occupiers of business premises are offered treatment as necessary on payment in advance of the estimated cost of the work, and in the case of hospitals the Council has undertaken to carry out all kinds of disinfestation on payment of a fixed annual sum,