[Report 1960] / Medical Officer of Health, Bebington Borough.

  • Bebington (England). Borough Council.
Date:
1960
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Credit: [Report 1960] / Medical Officer of Health, Bebington Borough. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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    At the onset of the Fair difficulty was experienced regarding the inadequacy of toilet facilities, but this was overcome by co-operation with the Manager. The Cheshire Agricultural Show was once again held in the Borough and active co-operation was given to this Department by the Showyard Director in enabling the inspectors to visit and inspect all cafes, canteens, bars and food stalls, and advise the personnel engaged in handling food of the requirements of the Food Hygiene Regulations, before the Show opened. During the opening day of the Show regular inspections were carried out at all food stalls and conveniences and except for the offensive state of one large block of ladies W.C.’s which were quickly cleansed on request, no nuisances were observed or complaints received. Disinfestation As in previous years disinfestation of properties was carried out by this Department. During the course of the year nine houses were found to be infested with bed bugs and subsequently treated. At the commencement of the rehousing of Woodhead Street Area complaints were received from occupiers of surrounding properties of cockroach infestation and these were actively dealt with. Regular observations have been carried out and no further complaints were received up to the end of the year. The following figures show the number of premises found to be verminous and consequently treated:— 9 houses for bed bugs II ,, ,, woodworm infestation 124 ,, ,, other vermin Hydrogen Cyanide Regulations One notification was received from private operators under the above regulations for treatment of a church infested with woodworm. CLEAN AIR During the year the preliminary survey on (The Borough of Bebington) Area No. 2 was completed, and the provisional plan submitted to the Minister which was subsequently approved. A detailed survey was completed and it is expected that a Smoke Control Order will be made in respect of this area in 1961. The area in question is bounded by the southerly side of Heath Road, the easterly side of Cross Lane to a point where if Quarry Avenue was continued would meet Cross Lane, the northerly side of Quarry Avenue, northerly side of Fairacres Road, the westerly side of Church Road, the westerly side of The Village to its junction with Heath Road. It is approximately 58 acres in size and comprises 289 dwellings and 8 commercial premises. The total number of fireplaces requiring adaptation will be 340 at a total cost of £1,700. It is expected that the total cost of works including the installation of gas will be £4,774, the cost to the Local Authority being £1,432 4s. Od.