[Report 1954] / Medical Officer of Health, Newport (Isle of Wight) Borough.

  • Newport (Isle of Wight, England). Borough Council.
Date:
1954
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Credit: [Report 1954] / Medical Officer of Health, Newport (Isle of Wight) Borough. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    KNACKERS YARDS 19 visits were made to the two licensed knackers yards which continue to be maintained in clean condition. In¬ spections were made in accordance with Circular MF16/54 to ascertain how far, if at all, the premises fell short of the requirements of MF Model Byelaws series II for Sanitary Conditions, Management and keeping of Records for Knackers Yards. Certain Model Byelaw requirements are at present being brought to the notice of the owners for informal action before further consideration is given to adoption by the Council. DRAINAGE Repairs and renewals of drainage systems were continued throughout the year. For some time there has been a growing need of assistance to householders with regard to cesspool emptying. Consequently, from 10th December 1954, a service was commenced for a trial period of six months whereby any householder could have his cesspool emptied for a flat rate of £2 on application to the Sanitary Inspector. Circulars were issued to householders concerned and an official notice given in the press. The use of this service by householders is increasing and after the first year’s working much useful data will be available.