1842 - Chadwick Report, 1848 - First Public Health Act, 1853 - Compulsory vaccination, 1858 - Work on London sewer system begins, 1866 - Sanitary Act: this makes local councils responsible for sewers, water and street cleaning; each town has to have a health inspector, 1875 (first) - Artisans Dwelling Act (Housing Act) makes house owners responsible for keeping the properties in good order; its also gives local councils the power to buy and demolish slum housing if it is not improved, 1875 (second) - Second Public Health Act; local councils forced to appoint Medical Officers to be responsible for public health; councils are also ordered to cover up sewers and keep them in good condition, supply fresh water, collect rubbish and provide street lighting, 1875 (third) - Sale of Food and Drugs Act: this introduces guidelines for the quality and sale of food and medicines,

Public Health Reforms - Britain, Health and the People

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