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Ministry of Health steps up Inspections of Food Establishments

Castries. December 14, 2004 - The Ministry of Health, Human Services, Family Affairs and Gender Relations expresses concern over issues of food safety. These concerns are expressed particularly in light of the growing need to perfect food preparation practices, as part of the wider service industry that is becoming more competitive.

As a consequence the Ministry of Health, Human Services, Family Affairs and Gender Relations will be moving towards greater enforcement of the Public Heath Act in order to regulate the food industry.

Acting in accordance with the Public Health Act and the interest of the public, the Ministry of health will step up on routine inspections of food and drink establishments with immediate effect. Proprietors and vendors, whose operations are found to be below the required standards will be taken to task.

During these inspections, the inspectors will not be limited to permanent establishments, but also occasional vendors. The inspectors will be examining all aspects of the operation, as well as the validity of operating licenses and food handler’s permits of the operators and their employees.

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