Please ask for: Jordan Scott Telephone: 01482 613026 Fax: 01482 614804 Email: [email protected] Text phone: 01482 300349 Date: Monday, 03 September 2018
Dear Councillor,
Hull and Goole Port Health Authority
The next meeting of the Hull and Goole Port Health Authority will be held at 10:00 on Tuesday, 11 September 2018 in Room 80 .
The Agenda for the meeting is attached and reports are enclosed where relevant.
Please Note: It is likely that the public, (including the Press) will be excluded from the meeting during discussions of exempt items since they involve the possible disclosure of exempt information as describe in Schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972.
Yours faithfully,
Democratic Services Officer for the Town Clerk
Town Clerk Services, Hull City Council, The Guildhall, Alfred Gelder Street, Hull, HU1 2AA www.hullcc.gov.uk Tel: 01482 300300 Page 1 of 52
Hull and Goole Port Health
To: Councillors Councillors Brady, Chambers, Fareham, Fudge N, Pantelakis, Ince.
Mr J Briggs, Woodlands House, 10 Kesteven Grove, Crowle, North Lincolnshire DN17 4NX Mr K Vickers, Hillview, Horkstow Road, Barton upon Humber DN18 5DZ Email for North Lincs. Councillors – [email protected] Mr M Boatman, 14 Seavy Road, Goole DN14 6TA Mr K Moore, 33 Garth Lane, Goole, DN14 5NW Email for East Riding Councillors – [email protected]
Officers: The Chief Executive, North Lincolnshire Council, Pittwood House, Ashby Road, Scunthorpe DN16 1AB Mrs C Lacey, Chief Executive, East Riding of Yorkshire Council, County Hall, Beverley HU17 9BA Mr L Dettman, Chief Port Health Inspector, Hull and Goole Port Health Authority, 257 Hessle Road, Hull HU3 4BE Mr Trevor Laming, Assistant Director Technical & Environment Services, North Lincolnshire Council, Civic Centre, Ashby Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 1AB Annemarie Hamil, Chief Administrative Officer, Hull & Goole Port Health Authority Ms A Gill, City Treasury Dr Nicholas Aigbogun, Port Medical Officer, Public Health England, North Yorkshire and The Humber Team, Block 2, FERA, Sand Hutton, York YO41 1LZ Tel: 01904 687100, Fax: 01904 468051 Jordan Scott (Assistant Democratic Services Officer) (4 copies)
An officer cannot vote or represent a Member, one vote per Member in attendance. Board Members vote binds the respective Council.
Public Set: Kevin Wardle, Eurofins Laboratories Ltd. History Centre Caroline Lacey, East Riding of Yorkshire Council, County Hall, Beverley, HU17 9BA
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Hull and Goole Port Health Authority
10:00 on Tuesday, 11 September 2018
Room 80
A G E N D A PROCEDURAL ITEMS
1 Apologies To receive apologies for those Members who are unable to attend the meeting.
NON-EXEMPT ITEMS
2 Quarterly summery report May to July 2018 5 - 12 Details
3 Letter from City of London Corporation Port Health and Public 13 - 26 Protection Division - Key Principles for a Future Brexit Agreement To bring to the attention of the Board and discuss the letter addressed to stakeholders from Mr Jon Averns, Port Health & Public Protection Director for the City of London. In the letter he sets out six “key principles” which have been identified and agreed by his authority. Inevitably the situation in each UK port health authority will be different to that in London but I believe that this Authority should agree with the relevant principles and objectives as set out in the letter.
4 Food Service Plan 27 - 42 To present the Authority’s Food Service Plan 2018-2019 to the Board for approval.
5 Budget Monitoring report 43 - 46 This report informs members of the Authority’s spending to the end of July 2018 compared to the approved budget and highlights any anticipated variations to budget for the full year.
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6 Fish Landings in Hull 47 - 48 To inform the Board that the newly built factory fishing vessel Kirkella, registered in Hull (H7), has been granted EU hygiene approval by the Authority following an inspection in Norway by the Principal Port Health Inspector. This approval allows the frozen fishery products to be placed on the market within the EU.
7 50 Years Service- Laurence Dettman 49 - 52 For Informtion
EXEMPT ITEMS
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QUARTERLY SUMMARY MAY TO JULY 2018
SHIP INSPECTION - Environmental Protection Act 1990, Food Safety Act 1990, Public Health (Control of Disease) Act 1984, Public Health (Ships) Regulations 1979 (As Amended), International Health Regulations 2005
May June July Total Vessels Inspected: 38 9 31 Total British Vessels Inspected: 6 1 9 Total Foreign Vessels Inspected: 32 8 22
British Vessels Defects: 2 0 3 Infestation 0 0 0 Food Safety 1 0 0 Dirty Equipment/Food Preparation Area 2 0 5 Faulty Equipment/Fittings 0 0 0 Miscellaneous Ship Sanitation 2 0 2 Water/Legionella 1 0 3 Total Number of Defects on British Vessels: 6 0 10
Foreign Vessels Defects: 4 5 11 Infestation 0 0 0 Food Safety 2 2 7 Dirty Equipment/Food Preparation Area 3 3 9 Faulty Equipment/Fittings 1 2 5 Miscellaneous Ship Sanitation 4 5 6 Water/Legionella 3 3 12 Total Number of Defects on Foreign 13 15 39 Vessels:
Vessels Inspected at: Hull 26 3 14 Saltend 0 0 1 Barrow, Barton, New Holland 0 0 3 Killingholme 0 0 0 Goole, Howdendyke 8 2 2 Trent Wharves, North Lincs Area 4 4 11 Passenger/Cruise Vessels Arriving in Port 76 72 76
SHIP SANITATION – Public Health (Ships) Regulations 1979 (As Amended)
Ship Sanitation Control Exemption Certificates 12 7 19 Issued Ship Sanitation Control Certificates Issued 0 0 0 1
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Infectious Diseases - Public Health (Ships) Regulations 1979 (As Amended)
May 2018
During the month the Authority received no notifications of illness on vessels arriving.
June 2018
During the month separate reports from ferries arriving in Hull were received relating to three crew members and two passengers with diarrhoea and sickness. In each case the crew members were confined to their cabins until symptoms passed and passengers were well enough to continue their onward journey from Hull. All cabins and relevant public areas were treated as high risk and properly disinfected.
July 2018
During the month separate reports from ferries arriving in Hull were received relating to two crew members and two passengers with diarrhoea and sickness. In each case the crew members were confined to their cabins until symptoms passed and passengers were well enough to continue their onward journey from Hull. All cabins and relevant public areas were treated as high risk and properly disinfected.
On 24 July we were asked to advise a dock-based business on precautions to be taken following an employee being diagnosed with viral hand, foot and mouth disease. Medical advice was provided by the on-call clinician at Public Health England.
Notification of Animals on Board Vessels - Public Health (Ships) Regulations 1979
May June July Birds 40 3 84 Cats 23 14 19 Cattle 460 485 140 Chickens 21 0 0 Chinchilla 0 8 0 Dogs 233 269 399 Frogs 0 28 0 Guinea Pigs 0 50 42 Hamsters 0 180 0 Horses 66 34 15 Lizards 0 85 0 Porcupine 0 35 0 Rabbits 0 5 0 Rhinos 0 0 0 Salamanders 0 50 0 Snakes 0 95 0 Sugar Glider 0 8 0 Turtles 0 22 0
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A sugar glider is a small, nocturnal, arboreal marsupial native to Australia and Indonesia.
Statutory Nuisances - Environmental Protection Act 1990
May 2018
On 14 May our port health inspector observed particularly dusty conditions during the discharge of a ship in Goole. This was brought to the attention of the attention of the company concerned and they were advised to take action to reduce the emissions.
On 16 May a complaint was received from a resident of New Holland relating to dust blowing across the river bank footpath. The company concerned were immediately contacted and we were advised that a valve in the plant had developed a fault and the discharging of the ship was immediately suspended until the fault was rectified. No further complaints were received.
On 18 May our inspectors observed dust leaking from a grab and road vehicles transporting dusty product around King George Dock, Hull. These matters were reported to the company concerned and they carried out necessary repairs to the grab and vehicles. They also increased the frequency of road sweeping.
On 21 May our inspector noticed that there were damaged refuse bales stored on Albert Dock, Hull with an infestation of flies which was affecting ships berthed nearby. These matters were reported to the Environment Agency as they have responsibility for the site under an Environmental Permit. Damaged bales were repaired or moved, and insecticidal treatments carried out.
June 2018
On 8/6/18 & 14/6/18 further complaints were received from adjacent businesses that flies from refuse bales stored at Albert Dock, Hull were causing problems. Once again, the matter was referred to the Environment Agency for their attention. We were advised that insecticidal treatments were being carried out especially during the very hot weather.
On 10 June liaison was established with UK Border Force in Hull in relation to a consignment of Chinese food products and alcoholic drinks which were allegedly 3
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On 27 June a complaint was received from a resident regarding dust allegedly from a nearby glass crushing plant near to a wharf on the River Trent. This complaint was referred to the Environment Agency who have granted the site operator an Environmental Permit.
On 27 June a resident’s complaint was received via a local Councillor regarding dust from a nearby Trent wharf operation. Other complaints were also received via the local Member of Parliament. Our visits did show some evidence that dust was being emitted from the wharf and settling on nearby properties. The company concerned were contacted and given advice on better dust management techniques. The company provided site watering equipment and are to investigate the provision of screening nets and dust monitoring equipment. We continue to monitor this site closely.
July 2018
On 10 July a further complaint was received from a resident (via a local MP) in support of the complaint received on 27 June. A visit to the wharf on 17 July by our inspector revealed that new screening nets had been installed and a new on-site weather station had been installed.
On 17 July a complaint was received from a Goole resident relating to alleged dust from the docks covering cars nearby. The Chief Port Health Inspector visited Goole and inspected the cars concerned but found no evidence to support the complaint.
On 19 July a complaint was received from a local resident (via the Environment Agency) that sand stockpiled on Albert Dock, Hull was blowing onto properties nearby. Our inspector visited the site and observed a poor standard of “housekeeping” at the site with large deposits of dry sand covering the area around the stockpiles which were very dry in the prevailing hot, dry weather. The company were advised to clean up the area and to water the stockpiles to prevent off-site emissions.
Water Supply to Shipping - Public Health Act 1936 and the Public Health (Ships) Regulations 1979 (As Amended)
Results of water samples submitted for bacteriological examination.
Number Taken Satisfactory Unsatisfactory
Samples taken from: May Jun July May Jun July May Jun July British Vessels 4 1 8 3 1 3 1 0 5 Foreign Vessels 6 3 9 5 2 5 1 1 4 Passenger Ferries 18 17 20 15 15 14 3 2 6 River Craft 3 0 4 0 0 1 3 0 3 Standpipes/Hydrants 2 3 3 1 3 0 1 0 3 Land Based Premises 0 1 6 0 1 6 0 0 0
Adverse results were notified to Masters of vessels or their agents immediately on receipt.
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14 ice samples were taken from ships for bacteriological examination. 12 samples were satisfactory and two samples were unsatisfactory.
98 legionella water samples were taken from ships for bacteriological examination. 67 samples were satisfactory and 31 samples were unsatisfactory.
Adverse results were notified to Masters of vessels or their agents immediately on receipt. (Emailed where possible).
Food Safety & Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013
The quays, sheds, warehouses and other food business premises are inspected by the Authority's Officers according to a risk assessed frequency.
Local Government (Access to Information) Act 1985
Information in the report concerns medical conditions which are confidential on medical grounds. Other information is obtained in connection with prevention, investigation and prosecution of crime and sources are excluded on these grounds under the provisions of the Act.
L H Dettman Chief Port Health Inspector
Offices of the Authority 257 Hessle Road HULL HU3 4BE
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STANDBY DUTY CALLS RECEIVED MAY 2018
DATE TIME MESSAGE DATE TIME MESSAGE 01/05/18 1816 Animals 16/05/18 2123 Animals 1956 “ 2132 “ 02/05/18 1821 " 17/05/18 1908 “ 2026 “ 18/05/18 1812 " 2114 " 2033 “ 03/05/18 1846 " 2132 “ 2044 " 19/05/18 1808 " 2146 " 1903 " 04/15/18 1845 " 20/05/18 1754 “ 2202 " 1929 “ 05/05/18 1850 " 1950 " 2015 " 21/05/18 1922 " 06/05/18 1752 " 22/05/18 1910 " 1936 " 2124 " 2046 “ 23/05/18 1904 " 07/05/18 2019 “ 2016 " 2146 " 1745 Imported Food 08/05/18 1808 " 24/05/18 1753 HEPS Alert 1919 " 1844 “ 2130 " 2110 Animals 09/05/18 1921 “ 2114 " 2014 “ 25/05/18 2126 " 10/05/18 2103 " 2149 “ 11/05/18 1807 “ 26/05/18 1741 " 1949 “ 2159 “ 12/05/18 1757 " 27/05/18 1805 “ 1914 " 1854 “ 2100 “ 28/05/18 1733 “ 13/05/18 1746 ” 1829 " 1923 " 1855 " 1952 " 2152 “ 14/05/18 1817 " 2218 ” 1837 " 29/05/18 1848 “ 2104 " 30/05/18 2143 “ 15/05/18 1805 " 2206 “ 1929 " 2225 “ 2145 " 31/05/18 0721 Marine Control 1956 “ 2102 Animals 16/05/18 1936 “ TOTAL CALLS - 77
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STANDBY DUTY CALLS RECEIVED JUNE 2018
DATE TIME MESSAGE DATE TIME MESSAGE 01/06/18 2045 Animals 19/06/18 1808 Animals 2231 " 1818 " 02/06/18 1840 “ 2034 " 1941 " 2140 " 03/06/18 1810 “ 20/06/18 1830 " 2200 “ 2010 " 04/06/18 2000 " 21/06/18 2003 " 05/06/18 1903 " 2224 " 2038 " 22/06/18 1817 " 2049 " 2029 " 06/06/18 2003 " 23/06/18 1804 " 07/06/18 1822 " 2154 " 2015 " 24/06/18 1811 " 2051 " 1910 " 08/06/18 1741 " 26/07/18 0724 Illness 09/06/18 1808 " 1019 Animals 2055 " 1823 “ 10/06/18 1806 " 1954 “ 2018 " 2058 " 1120 Imported Food 27/06/18 1828 " 11/06/18 1813 Animals 2043 " 2159 " 28/06/18 1926 " 12/06/18 1829 “ 2027 " 2001 “ 2039 " 2110 " 29/06/18 1840 " 13/06/18 1838 " 30/06/18 1846 " 2047 " 1846 " 2108 " 14/06/18 1815 " 1951 " 15/06/18 1821 " 2021 " 2246 " 16/06/18 1738 " 17/06/18 1800 " 2043 " 18/06/18 1959 “ 2025 “ TOTAL CALLS – 65
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STANDBY DUTY CALLS RECEIVED JULY 2018
DATE TIME MESSAGE DATE TIME MESSAGE 01/07/18 1846 Animals 18/07/18 1951 Animals 1949 " 19/07/18 1935 " 2215 " 2223 " 02/07/18 1859 " 20/07/18 1832 " 03/07/18 1807 " 2000 " 0008 “ 21/07/18 1809 " 04/07/18 1913 “ 2059 " 1957 " 22/07/18 1802 " 05/07/18 1809 " 1814 " 2045 “ 1925 “ 06/07/18 1903 " 1945 “ 1944 “ 23/07/18 1840 " 07/07/18 1843 " 2157 " 1924 " 24/07/18 1833 “ 2021 " 1949 “ 08/07/18 1813 " 25/07/18 1942 " 1837 " 2247 " 09/07/18 1915 " 26/07/18 0736 Illness 2300 " 2140 Illegal Immigrants 10/07/18 1949 " 27/07/18 1808 Animals 1829 " 2017 " 11/07/18 2117 " 2220 " 12/07/18 1818 " 28/07/18 1832 " 1938 " 1913 " 1957 " 29/07/18 1705 Imported Food 13/07/18 1920 " 1742 Animals 14/07/18 1905 " 2316 " 15/07/18 1843 " 30/07/18 2003 " 2101 " 31/07/18 1831 " 16/07/18 1820 " 2122 " 2020 " 17/07/18 1800 " 1859 " 2140 " 18/07/18 1720 HEPS Alert 1933 " 2022 Animals TOTAL CALLS - 67
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Page 12 of 52 HULL AND GOOLE PORT HEALTH AUTHORITY
Report to the Hull and Goole Port Health Authority 11 September 2018 ______
Letter from City of London Corporation Port Health and Public Protection Division - Key Principles for a Future Brexit Agreement ______
1. Purpose of Report and Summary
To bring to the attention of the Board and discuss the letter addressed to stakeholders from Mr Jon Averns, Port Health & Public Protection Director for the City of London. In the letter he sets out six “key principles” which have been identified and agreed by his authority. Inevitably the situation in each UK port health authority will be different to that in London but I believe that this Authority should agree with the relevant principles and objectives as set out in the letter.
However, it should be noted that Mr Averns does state that, “until decisions are made on any final policy position for the UK Government and an agreement on Brexit is reached with the EU (or in a worst-case scenario there is a “no deal” outcome), this is proving to be extremely difficult.” I certainly agree.
I will continue to represent the Authority at the meetings of the HM Government Port Health Authorities Border Planning Group in London in seeking greater and urgent clarity in the coming months.
2. Recommendations
That the Board note and agree with and support the relevant principles and objectives set out in the letter from Mr Averns.
3. Options
1. The Board agree with and support the relevant principles and objectives set out in the letter from Mr Averns.
2. The Board do not agree with and support the relevant principles and objectives set out in the letter from Mr Averns.
4. Background Documents
(i) Letter of 9 August 2018 from Mr J Averns, City of London Corporation.
(ii) “The Food Supply Chain Manifesto for a Successful Brexit”, referred to in the letter.
Laurence H Dettman, Chief Port Health Inspector
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Port Health and Public Protection Department of Markets and Consumer Protection David A H McG Smith CBE Director of Markets and Consumer Protection
Telephone 020 7332 1603 Email jon.averns @cityoflondon.gov.uk
Date 9 August 2018
Dear Stakeholder,
City of London Corporation Port Health and Public Protection Division – Key Principles for a future Brexit Agreement
Introduction
The City of London Corporation’s Port Health and Public Protection Division plays a crucial role, not only for the residents and businesses of the City of London, but on behalf of the UK as a whole, as the Port Health Authority for the tidal Thames and the Animal Health Authority for London. This includes border controls and essential regulatory compliance, such as veterinary checks laid down in EU legislation on live animals and animal products coming into the UK/EU, food imported from outside the EU (Third countries) into the UK/EU and illegally imported animals.
Brexit and its implications to the City Corporation as a Port Health Authority and Animal Health Authority
There will be major implications of Brexit that will impact on all UK Port Health and Animal Health Authorities and the City Corporation has been examining these against a range of Brexit scenarios. However, until decisions are made on any final policy position for the UK government and an agreement on Brexit is reached with the EU (or in a worst case scenario there is a ‘no deal’ outcome), this is proving to be extremely difficult.
The City Corporation recognises there are many key stakeholder organisations representing a wide range of businesses and commercial sectoral interests who are directly affected by Brexit decisions and any future agreements with the EU. These are in addition to the local government associations representing almost all local authorities in the UK and the professional bodies which include those regulatory services officers in their membership who have essential roles and responsibilities at UK ports of entry for food safety, product safety and animal health.
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Engagement and agreeing shared objectives with key stakeholders
It is clear, through previous and ongoing engagement and dialogue between UK regulatory bodies and many of those businesses that are being regulated; there is considerable agreement and complementary views on a number of the objectives the UK government should seek in any future post Brexit relationship with the EU. This is illustrated well, through the Food Supply Chain Manifesto*, where leaders of over one hundred organisations across the UK’s food supply chain have put their names to a manifesto setting out the key principles that can help ensure Brexit is a success for the supply of food in the UK. This includes ensuring businesses operate under an efficient and proportionate regulatory system, which sees the retention of standards that maintains the confidence in the food supply chain and does not jeopardise objectives of trade that respect the high standards the British public expect of the food they consume.
*Food Supply Chain Manifesto ‘for a successful Brexit’ - https://www.nfuonline.com/assets/107735
Where the policy objectives and principles of the City Corporation and the wider local government regulatory services sector converge and concur with those of the UK Food Producers and other key stakeholders, for example those in respect of the importation of live animals and animal products, this can make a stronger case to the UK Government for those principles to form part of any final agreement with the EU after the withdrawal of the UK from the EU in 2019. Consequently, the City Corporation is keen to collaborate with other interested organisations to promote, and lobby for, common policies.
City Corporation Brexit Key Principles for its Port Health and Public Protection Division
The City Corporation has agreed the following key principles that will form the basis of its negotiations with government and relevant agencies concerning the functions undertaken by its Port Health and Public Protection Division:
1. The same, or an improved, level of consumer protection should be sought for public, animal and environmental health in terms of any proposed changes to regulatory controls after the UK leaves the EU.
2. Any changes to the current legislation should be commensurate with the risk posed by different activities and trades, as it is recognised that some enforcement requirements could be streamlined.
3. The UK should continue to recognise EU controls in order to avoid resourcing implications at the UK border; and this would best be done as part of a reciprocal agreement with mutual recognition, as this would be more sustainable politically, promote regulatory alignment, and facilitate UK-EU trade.
4. Full cost recovery for local authorities and port health authorities to enforce relevant legislation is essential, and this should be extended to include those areas not already covered, particularly if they have to undertake additional controls as a result of Brexit.
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5. The current checks at UK and EU borders on third country imports should be maintained to facilitate free movement of goods within the EU, and between the EU and the UK, and the UK should maintain access to existing IT and rapid alert arrangements.
6. To control public health and animal health risks effectively, and to prevent the potential spread of zoonosis (a disease which can be transmitted to humans from animals), monitoring, checks and controls on high risk food, feed and animals should be undertaken at first point of entry into the UK, i.e. at its borders.
The aim of the above is to provide a useful synopsis of the current agreed position for the City Corporation’s Port Health and Public Protection Division. Furthermore, it is hoped that this will help those key stakeholder bodies to be clear on the Corporation’s key principles, and in many cases enable them to support those principles where they are relevant and in the interests of their respective member organisations. Furthermore, the City Corporation would ask that where there is agreement with stakeholders, they also adopt these along with their own objectives in negotiations with the UK Government and relevant departments, to give greater traction and influence to each respective organisation’s shared and collective positions.
Yours faithfully
Mr Jon Averns Port Health & Public Protection Director
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Page 18 of 52 FOOD SUPPLY CHAIN MANIFESTO For a successful Brexit
Page 19 of 52 Food is essential to us all. The UK food chain is passionate And sitting above all these, the government must be about providing a safe, affordable and secure supply unqualified in its support for the UK’s food supply chain of food for the country. However, Brexit presents an and the business of food production, explicitly recognising unprecedented challenge to the affordability, availability, their importance in post-Brexit Britain – in managing over and choice of food for UK consumers. 70% of the UK landmass that is farmed; in providing 3.8 million jobs in industries both pre- and post-farmgate; The UK’s food and drink supply chain is highly diverse, in contributing to two of the UK economy’s big success supporting more than one in ten jobs and contributing stories: UK manufacturing and retail; and in providing a £112 billion to the UK economy. It stretches from the safe, secure and affordable supply of food to some of the farmers who produce the raw ingredients, through the highest health, welfare and environmental standards in businesses that supply them with seed, feed, inputs the world. and advice, to the industries that purchase their goods and manufacture, process and sell them on to other We acknowledge our role in making Brexit a success – businesses and ultimately to consumers. in improving productivity, competitiveness and driving growth in the economy, in creating jobs, and in achieving All of these businesses will be deeply affected when a more sustainable food supply system that minimises the our membership of the European Union ceases. Many impact our businesses have on the environment. But a currently rely on a high proportion of non-UK permanent Brexit that fails to champion UK food producers and the and seasonal labour sourced from within the EU; many businesses that rely on them will be bad for the country’s are part of highly sophisticated and integrated supply landscape, the economy and critically our society. chains that rely on the free flow of goods between the UK and other EU member states, free of tariffs, veterinary This manifesto sets out the key principles agreed by and customs check, and subject only to necessary companies and organisations across the UK food supply phytosanitary checks; and many operate under an array chain. Collectively, the agri-food sector employs 3.8 of regulations and programmes derived from Brussels million people and is worth £112 billion to the UK and applicable to all EU businesses. It is clear that the economy. On top of that farmers spend over £16 billion a effect of the decision to leave the EU is already being felt year on inputs and services from companies that provide in the sector as uncertainty and lack of clarity impacts the UK economy with a significant proportion of jobs and business confidence. growth, particularly outside major urban areas.
The UK food supply sector has come together to establish a common view of the objectives the UK Government TRADE should pursue as it negotiates the UK’s withdrawal, Rules-based, international trade is vital in creating establishes its future relationship with the EU, and puts prosperity; in increasing choice, value, and quality for in place domestic policies. consumers; in sustaining employment in key UK economic sectors such as food production, farming and retail; and We urgently call on the government: in enhancing the environment for future generations. • to maintain free and frictionless trade with our major The right trade policy for the UK food supply chain is trading partner, the EU, and secure the benefits of one which strikes the appropriate balance between existing EU preferential trade arrangements, at least consumers, jobs and skills, environmental management until government can replace them with acceptable and a productive agriculture sector. alternative arrangements; • to ensure ongoing access to an adequate supply of The UK and the EU27 will continue to be each other’s permanent and seasonal labour; most important trading markets in food and drink. In • to continue to promote food production through 2016, 60% of UK exports and 70% of UK imports in agricultural policy alongside our existing high food, feed and drink were with countries in the EU. environmental, health and animal welfare standards; Working towards a mutually beneficial trade agreement and is a clear priority for the UK food supply chain, one • to ensure businesses operate under an efficient and which guarantees tariff-free trade and with as limited proportionate regulatory system that is centred on a number of non-tariff restrictions as possible. It is scientific evaluation and that incentivises innovation imperative that the EU and UK reach an agreement that and competitiveness. maintains continuity in existing trade arrangements as Page 20 of 52 2 far as possible, including the avoidance of a hard border The policy should support innovation and Research & in Northern Ireland. Development, provide the infrastructure to ensure new technologies and techniques are adopted effectively, Future UK trade policy should reflect both the UK’s improve productivity in the sector and help farm potential for growth in food exports, as well as the businesses manage volatility. This is a vital foundation on role of food sourced from outside the UK in expanding which the whole food sector will be based. consumer choice and value. UK traders must be able to secure the benefits of existing EU preferential trade The food and farming sectors are enthusiastic about agreements. Government must secure an agreement that the opportunity to reform agricultural policy once we retains the UK’s current status amongst the EU’s existing leave the EU. In the short- to medium-term, while there preferential international trading partners during the remains considerable uncertainty about the trading transition period and beyond as a prerequisite for a environment in which farm businesses will operate post- broader UK trade policy which realises the opportunities Brexit, it’s crucial that the government ensures stability from other potential trade deals with the rest of the and certainty for farmers, their suppliers and customers. world. Government must work closely with the devolved administrations to ensure the right policy and financial The UK government should develop a comprehensive frameworks are in place to support the priorities of the architecture for the management of future trade differing farming systems across the UK. agreement negotiations, ensuring stakeholders’ interests are fully considered and consulted upon. Moreover, it is In view of the detailed policy proposals that Defra a matter of priority for the government to be properly has now published for reforming the support system resourced, equipped and upskilled in order to be able in England, any changes to the level or allocation of to conduct technical and complex negotiations and the funding available to farming should be phased in implementation of trade arrangements with trading appropriately while ensuring that farm businesses are partners across the world. given the support they need to adapt and become more productive and resilient. Government must ensure that any redistribution of funds currently available through DOMESTIC AGRICULTURAL POLICY the existing framework is directed towards alternative The nation’s future food supply needs farm businesses programmes and schemes that have been properly tested with the incentives, rewards and means to become and can be shown to support productive, innovative and more productive and resilient, and to better meet the sustainable agriculture. expectations of society at large - both as food producers and custodians of the environment. We welcome the government’s commitment to continue providing the same cash total in funds for farm support While farming will remain exposed to many conditions until the end of this Parliament. In the longer term, we outside of its control - extreme weather, threats of believe that levels of public investment in agriculture animal diseases and plant pests, and volatile commodity should be maintained at a sufficient level to achieve markets - the right policy framework can help British policy objectives that support domestic food production farming deliver an even greater return to the country, alongside the delivery of public goods. for the benefit of the public, farmers and growers, and those businesses that rely on a profitable and productive domestic agricultural sector. LABOUR With a significant proportion of EU nationals working in Our future agricultural policy should seek to ensure those the UK agri-food sector, it is vital that the government farming the UK’s land – both farmers and contractors - can ensures a continuing, adequate supply of permanent continue to produce safe, quality, affordable food within and seasonal labour for the industry before and after the the market place, to deliver environmental goods and to UK leaves the EU. maintain our high animal welfare standards. It must also recognise the interconnectedness of these outcomes – if The UK food supply chain acknowledges the role it can farms are not operating as productive and resilient food play in attracting more of our domestic workforce and producers they will fail to deliver the environmental and in developing the necessary skills. However, with UK other public goods society benefits from. unemployment at historic lows and much of the supply Page 21 of 52 FOOD SUPPLY CHAIN MANIFESTO FOR A SUCCESSFUL BREXIT 3 chain operating in low-unemployment rural areas, REGULATION alongside the devaluation of our currency, many of our Once the UK leaves the EU, government must ensure businesses are experiencing difficulties in recruiting staff regulations are properly designed and implemented to from within the UK. Government must ensure that in achieve policy aims while allowing the food industry to the short- to medium-term the industry has access to continue to do what it does best – provide a safe and the overseas labour market to help meet its recruitment affordable supply of British food to the UK and the world. needs We must ensure that in the future UK regulations do Whilst innovation and automation are likely to reduce not diverge from those of our key trading partners in a labour requirements in future, it will take time for way that makes frictionless trade impossible or reduces much of the necessary technology to be developed and the competitiveness of the UK food supply sector. The implemented. That means there will remain a constant if UK should continue to actively engage with those not growing need for labour across all sectors in the short- international organisations that are responsible for to medium-term. Even in the longer term, automation setting international standards. Nevertheless, industry will not be able to replace all roles and it will represent and government should work together to identify a cost-challenge for many businesses given the high level those areas of regulation that can be reformed without of initial investment required. Where the prospect of jeopardising our objectives on trade and that respect the greater automation exists, ways of providing support to high standards the British public expect of the food they help those businesses innovate should be identified. consume.
Government policy should seek to maintain the The future UK regulatory regime should be about better permanent labour on which some sectors rely. In relation regulation and not deregulation, establishing a positive, to the existing workforce, a simple, low-cost registration streamlined framework that minimises red-tape and system to provide settled status for current EU workers provides consistency for those who are regulated, while must be established quickly, and a registration system achieving clearly defined aims. The UK regulatory regime for workers who arrive during transition must be ready under which the food supply chain operates should be before transition begins. Government policy should also, consistent across the UK and the government should as a matter of urgency, address the significant shortages firmly establish the principle that all regulation is centred in seasonal labour that already exists in some sectors of on risk-based scientific evaluation that incentivises the food supply chain, including the introduction of a innovation. In order to do so, the government needs to new scheme which allows access for seasonal workers. ensure that adequate domestic resources are devoted to producing risk assessments. In relation to our future recruitment needs, the industry and the government should work in partnership to The government must take a practical approach to promote the many skilled and highly-specialised roles achieving its regulatory aims, making compliance easier available, whilst addressing the misconception of the and avoiding the complexity that can act as a barrier to food and farming sectors being low-skilled and low-pay. entry and hinder innovation. While government should To this end, the government must ensure our future examine novel and light-touch approaches to ensuring immigration system accommodates the requirements regulatory compliance, this must not come at the expense across the food industry sector for the breadth of skills of retaining standards and maintaining confidence in the required. food supply chain.
The government should publish an Immigration White Paper as a matter of priority. This must acknowledge that food and drink is a critical part of national infrastructure and set out a future immigration policy (post-transition) that prevents workforce shortages in food and drink businesses.
Page 22 of 52 4 Andrew Opie Ian Wright Andrew Kuyk CBE Minette Batters David Caffall Director of Food and Sustainability Chief Executive Director General President CEO BRC Food and Drink Federation Provision Trade Federation National Farmers’ Union AIC
John Davies Ivor Ferguson Andrew McCornick George Dunn Tim Breitmeyer President President President President Chief Executive Country Land and Business NFU Cymru Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) NFUS TFA Association
Steve McLean Peter Smith Matthew Knight Richard Griffiths Head of Agriculture & Managing Director Dawn Howard Commercial Director for UK Chief Executive Fisheries Sourcing Royal Association of British Dairy Chief Executive and Ireland British Poultry Council Marks and Spencer plc Farmers National Of ce of Animal Health Yara UK Limited
Dr Julian B South Gordon Polson Alex Waugh Executive Director Mark Williams Isla Roebuc Director Director General The Maltster’s Association of Chief Executive President National Association of British & Federation of Bakers British Meat Processors Association Great Britain British Egg Industry Council (BEIC) Irish Flour Millers
Dr Sharon Hall Phil Stocker Nicholas Marston Richard Lister David Gunner Director General Chief Executive Chairman Chairman Joint Chief Executive Potato Processors Association (PPA) National Sheep Association British Summer Fruits National Pig Association Dovecote Park
Busby Partners Limited Soft Fruit Growers
James Dallas Jack Ward Lee Robinson John, Robert and Phillip Busby Chief Executive Of cer Sarah J H Cowlrick CEO Chief Executive Managing Director Directors Open eld Agriculture Limited Association of Independent Crop British Growers Association Consultants Ltd Limagrain UK Ltd Busby Partners Limited
Andrew Probert Duncan Russell Jeremy Taylor Paul Wood Managing Director David Kay Managing Director Chief Executive Managing Director National Association of Premium Crops a division of Managing Director Meijer Seed Potato Ltd Senova Ltd Agricultural Contractors Cefetra Ltd Hall Hunter Partnership Limited
Mike Jobbins Kate Nicholls Tom Hart Theo Labuda Stephen Taylor Head of Business Relations CEO Managing Director Managing Director Managing Director BerryWorld Group UKHospitality Agility Agriculture Ltd. LS Plant Breeding Winterwood Farms Limited
Stuart Cox Penny Maplestone Michael Mann Steven Winterbottom Managing Director Chris Rose Chief Executive Managing Director Managing Director Sakata UK Ltd Commercial Controller British Society of Plant Breeders Ltd DSV UK Ltd. Tozer Seeds Ltd Asplins Producer Organisation Ltd
Page 23 of 52 FOOD SUPPLY CHAIN MANIFESTO FOR A SUCCESSFUL BREXIT 5 Paul Howe Liz Murphy Simon Howell Robin Wright-Turner Group International Mark Buckingham CEO Managing Director Managing Director RAGT Seeds (UK) Development Director Chairman International Meat Trade Lion Seeds Ltd Association Princes Limited Agricultural Biotechnology Council
Chris Clayton Matthew Dalton Howard Clark Michael McAree James Neville Managing Director Managing Director Commercial Director Director Managing Director Agrovista UK Ltd JE & VM Dalton Ltd \ Dalton Seeds ICL UK Ltd Precision Liquids Volac International Ltd
Jim Rennie & Ronan Hughes Declan Billington Claudine Heron Robin Barron John Bianchi Joint Managing Director Chief Executive Chief Executive General Manager Managing Director Agrii John Thompson & Sons Ltd W & R Barnett Ltd and East of Scotland Farmers Ltd ProCam UK Ltd R & H Hall Ltd
Nigel Jones Paul Wilkinson Andrew Newby Charles Williams Robert Church Joint Managing Director Executive Chairman Managing Director Managing Director Director Fengrain Ltd Armstrong Richardson KWS UK Ltd Promtek Ltd WA Church (Bures) Ltd
Andrew Richardson Barry Pape Steven Read M Kirkwood A Duffield CEO COO Director Chairman William Thompson (York) Ltd Director ForFarmers UK Limited Quantil Agriculture Ltd WL Duf eld and Bata Ltd Manor Farm Feeds
Nick Duncalf Mark Aitchison Jeremy Brereton Heather Headley Jim Farquharson Finance Director Managing Director Managing Director Managing Director Rumenco Managing Director B & W Feeds (Mobile) Ltd Frontier Agriculture Ltd Mars Horsecare UK Ltd Withernay Company
Michael Muncey David Sheppard Robin Irvine Richard Jennaway Ken Greetham Head of Business UK & Ireland Managing Director Chief Executive Technical Director Chief Executive Of cer Saaten Union (UK) Ltd Wynnstay Group PLC Bayer Crop Science Gleadell Agriculture Ltd NIGTA
James Maw Rosalind Platt Neil Carr Ian Munnery Chris Highwood Managing Director Director Managing Director General Manager General Manager Glencore Agriculture UK Ltd Billericay Fertiliser Services Ltd North East Grains Ses Vanderhave Farm Fresh PO Ltd
Nigel Patrick David Hutchinson Max Winkler Tim McCreath Robin Wood Managing Director Chairman Managing Director Managing Director Deputy Chairman OMEX Agriculture Ltd Simpsons Malt Limited Cawood Scienti c Ltd HL Hutchinson Ltd Elsoms Seeds Ltd
Page 24 of 52 6 James Truscott Stephen Kenyon Andrew Mackay William Stephen Long Graham Baxter Managing Director Technical Director President Partner Managing Director Branston Ltd Strathclyde Nutrition Cefetra Ltd Harbro Ltd Lutton Farm
Charles Kidson Martin Humphrey Aled Edwards David Hopkins Allan Tuffin Managing Director Director Managing Director Managing Director UK Director Lower Reule Farm Ltd CF Fertilisers UK Ltd Humphrey Feeds Trouw Nutrition Pearce Seeds Ltd
Michael Belligham Angus Davison Nigel Jenney Dan Nye Chief Executive Chairman Pet Food Manufacturers’ CEO Haygrove Ltd Operations Director Association Fresh Produce Consortium CN Seeds Ltd
Page 25 of 52 FOOD SUPPLY CHAIN MANIFESTO FOR A SUCCESSFUL BREXIT 7 FOOD SUPPLY CHAIN MANIFESTO For a successful Brexit
Published by: NFU, Agriculture House, Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh, Warwickshire CV8 2TZ
May 2018
Page 26 of 52 HULL AND GOOLE PORT HEALTH AUTHORITY
Report to the Hull and Goole Port Health Authority 11 September 2018 ______
ANNUAL FOOD SERVICE PLAN 2018-2019 ______
Report of the Chief Port Health Inspector
1. Purpose of Report and Summary
To present the Authority’s Food Service Plan 2018-2019 to the Board for approval.
2. Recommendations
That the Board considers and approves the attached Food Service Plan in accordance with Option 1.
3. Main Body of Report
The Food Service Plans provide an overview and statistical data relating to the service we provide. Data from the preceding years enables a comparison of work patterns.
4. Authority’s Aims and Objectives
The Authority’s objectives remain virtually unchanged but the need to operate as efficiently as possible whilst maintaining the quality of service undoubtedly presents many challenges.
5. Options
1. To approve the Food Service Plan 2018-2019
2. To not approve the Food Service Plan 2018-2019
6. Comments of the Legal Adviser
The Legal Adviser on behalf of the Clerk to the Authority notes the recommendation and confirms that it is within the remit of the Board and relevant legislation.
7. Comments of the Director of Finance and Transformation.
The Treasurer notes the contents of this report. Financial budgets reflect adequate provision to comply with the Food Service Plan.
8. Background Documents
i) Hull and Goole Port Health Authority Food Service Plan 2018-2019
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[Company name] [Company name]
FOOD SERVICE PLAN 2018 - 2019
Laurence H Dettman MCIEH Chief Port Health Inspector
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FOOD SERVICE PLAN 2018 - 2019
INDEX
1. Service Aims and Objectives
2. Background
3. Service Delivery
4. Resources
5. Quality Assessment
6. Review of Services
7. Document Review
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1. SERVICE AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
The principal aim of this Authority is to work with businesses, consumers, stakeholders and partners to protect the health of the public by promoting, securing and enforcing high standards of hygiene and food safety in all relevant food premises (including ships) and imported food in the Authority's area. We also aim to play our part in the protection of animal health.
1.1 Objectives
• To monitor and control imported food in relation to food safety.
• The detection of 100% of imported foods declared on vessel manifests.
• The detection of imported foods not declared on vessel manifests.
• The detection of foods subject to food hazard warnings.
• Sampling imported food as necessary.
• To ensure that no unfit, unwholesome or non-compliant food enters the UK (or EU) through the ports within the Authority’s area.
• To participate in national and local food sampling programmes when appropriate.
• To review and implement control on the importation of designated “high-risk” food through the EU Designated Point of Entry at Hull (UK DP 07).
• To provide an effective, planned, risk-based inspection programme for all food premises in the district, to include all land-based premises and a proportion of vessels arriving into the Authority's area.
• To investigate promptly and thoroughly all food complaints made to the Authority.
• To investigate all cases of suspected food poisoning notified to the Authority.
• To advise and assist all persons manufacturing, handling and transporting food of food safety requirements.
• To ensure all food premises and vessels have an adequate and wholesome supply of potable water.
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• To liaise with other Port Health Authorities, The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health, Central Government Departments, The Food Standards Agency, Auditors and stakeholders to ensure compliance.
• To deliver a quality service in line with corporate and professional standards.
• To participate in the national Food Hygiene Rating Scheme for food businesses within the Authority’s jurisdiction.
Presentation on board P&O ferry
1.2 Links to Corporate Objectives and Plans
The Authority’s function is to provide a port health service to the ports of Hull and Goole and to all premises, vessels, wharfs, jetties and quaysides within the legally defined Port Health District and beyond as necessary. The objectives include services to shipping, environmental protection, infectious disease control, the safe production of food and the safe importation of food.
1.3 The Authority’s food service is overseen and subject to audit by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) under the national Framework Agreement and the Food Law Code of Practice. The Authority is an active member of the Humber Authorities Food Liaison Group which meets regularly to ensure consistency of enforcement and sharing of information and training.
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2. BACKGROUND
2.1 Jurisdiction
The Port Health Authority is responsible for waters abutting upon Kingston upon Hull City Council, the East Riding of Yorkshire Council and North Lincolnshire Council (Reference: The Hull & Goole Port Health Authority Order 2011 [SI No. 939]).
The area includes Saltend Jetties, Hull Docks, River Hull Wharfs, Goole Docks and Wharfs and Wharfs at Howdendyke, Grove, Gunness, Neap House, Burton Stather, Keadby, Flixborough, Barrow Haven and New Holland. There are also facilities at North and South Killingholme, the Humber International Terminal and the Humber Sea Terminal.
Collectively the Humber ports complex handles the largest cargo tonnage in the UK. Approximately one million ferry and cruise liner passengers use the Port of Hull each year.
The upward trend is potentially set to continue following withdrawal from the EU (see 5.8), increase in trade with North Sea and Baltic countries and the extensive renewable energy projects on both banks of the Humber. New trade links and container services to the expanded Hull Container Terminal in 2018/19 continue to gather pace.
The proposed Hull Cruise Liner Terminal would also be a welcome boost to the region. 2.2 Organisational Structure
Page 33 of 52 a) The Authority is a Joint Board funded by agreed levies paid annually by Kingston upon Hull City Council, East Riding of Yorkshire Council and North Lincolnshire Council.
b) The Chief Port Health Inspector, under delegated powers from the Joint Board, and as the designated “Lead Officer” is responsible for the delivery of the food service and food safety enforcement. He is assisted by the Principal Port Health Inspector, three Port Health Inspectors, one Technical Officer, the Chief Administrative Officer and one Administrative Assistant.
c) Samples taken by the Authority are sent to the Public Health England (PHE) Laboratory in York in accordance with the Service Level Agreement and/or the Port Analyst, (Port Analyst Scientific Services Ltd) for microbiological and/or chemical analysis.
d) Medical advice is obtained from the appointed Port Medical Officer and other Medical Officers under Public Health England (PHE). PHE, under the Department of Health, have overall responsibility, under the International Health Regulations 2005 and associated UK law, for port health policy in the UK.
2.3 Scope of the Food Service
The Authority is a “Food Authority” under the Food Safety Act 1990 and has responsibility for all food enforcement within the Port Health Authority's jurisdiction (the Port Health District). These responsibilities include:
• Food premises inspections of registered cafes, restaurants, passenger vessels, cargo vessels, fishing vessels, cold stores and dock landing facilities.
• Approval and inspection of food business premises, factory and freezer trawlers as required under EU and UK legislation (see 2.4).
• Food safety complaint investigations.
• Food poisoning investigations.
• Food and water sampling.
• Food inspection including imported foods.
• Controlling the entry of illegal and unregulated fishery products.
Page 34 of 52 The Port of Hull is a Designated Point of Entry (No. UK DP 07) under EU legislation for the importation of non-animal high-risk food and feed products. Other non-animal imported foods are generally dealt with by reference to the Official Feed & Food Controls (England) Regulations, which prohibit the importation from a third country (non-EU) of food which fails to comply with food safety requirements or is unsound or unwholesome. Authorised officers are assisted in their judgement by referring samples of imported food to the Port Analyst or the microbiological Food Examiner (PHE).
The Authority has responsibility for verifying Certificates of Inspection of organic food products on entry to the EU. This is a chargeable service.
The Authority issues food export certificates on request. This is also a chargeable service.
Our Inspectors have the responsibility for checking that all imported fish consignments have a valid Catch Certificate, designed to prevent, deter, detect and eliminate illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing worldwide. A charge per consignment is made for this service.
2.4 Demands of the Food Service
a) The Authority’s offices are open 8.30 am – 4.30 pm Monday to Friday. Inspectors are also available at all other times via an out-of-hours standby rota.
b) There are (at September 2018) the following registered/approved food premises:
• Cranswick Country Foods PLC - ABP Connect Hull Cold Store, Corporation Road, King George Dock, Hull HU9 5NF (EU Approval No XA 007) • AAK (UK) Limited, King George Dock, Hull HU9 5PX • Frontier Agriculture, King George Dock, Hull HU9 5PR • ED & F Man Terminals UK Ltd, King George Dock, Hull HU9 5PR • UM Storage, King George Dock, Hull HU9 5QB • Dine Catering, AAK (UK) Ltd, King George Dock, Hull HU9 5PX • TBA Suntra UK Ltd, Albert Street, Goole DN14 5SX • New Holland Bulk Services, Old Ferry Terminal, New Holland, North Lincolnshire DN19 7SD • Kerfoot Packed Oils Factory, James Street, Goole, East Yorkshire DN15 6BZ • Ingredion UK Limited, Dexter Works, Barge Dock, Goole, East Yorkshire DN14 5TG
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The following fall within the national Food Hygiene Ratings Scheme:
NAME AND ADDRESS OF FOOD HYGIENE RATING SCORE DATE OF LAST FOOD BUSINESS INSPECTION Pride of Hull River Terminal 1, King George 2nd February Dock, Hedon Road, Kingston 2017 upon Hull HU9 5QR
Pride of Rotterdam River Terminal 1, King George 6th October Dock, Hedon Road 2016 Kingston upon Hull HU9 5QR
Pride of Bruges River Terminal 2, King George 2nd August Dock, Hedon Road 2017 Kingston upon Hull HU9 5QR
Pride of York River Terminal 2, King George 7th April Dock, Hedon Road 2017 Kingston upon Hull HU9 5QR
HOTA Albert Dock 9th February Kingston upon Hull HU3 1AB 2017
BaxterStorey Ltd Siemens Blade Factory, 12 th October Alexandra Dock 2016 Kingston upon Hull HU9 1TA Dockers Canteen Rear of Shed 14, 23 rd March King George Dock 2018 Kingston upon Hull HU9 5QA
c) Other food premises inspected by the Authority include:
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• 428 vessel inspections for the year 2017/18 including large passenger ferries and cruise liners operating to/from Hull.
• One Hull registered Freezer trawler which is granted EU Approval by the Authority; Cornelis Vrolijk FZN – Approval Number XA 004
• Two Hull registered Factory trawlers which are granted EU Approval by the Authority; Norma Mary – Approval Number XA 011 Kirkella – Approval Number XA 014
d) The numbers of imported food items are shown in the following table.
2016 2017/18 Weight of Food Landed 488,742 2,948,217 Informal Detentions 11 1 Groupage Containers Investigated 59 71 Groupage Containers Containing Food 1 0
New Build EU Approved Factory Fishing Vessel 2018 – Norway
It is pleasing to note that the Kirkella, granted EU Approval by the Authority, will discharge catches of frozen fish in Hull from 2 September 2018.
2.5 Enforcement Policy
Page 37 of 52 The Hull & Goole Port Health Authority has a documented Food Safety Enforcement Policy available on request and which can be downloaded from the Authority’s website along with this Service Plan.
3. SERVICE DELIVERY
3.1 The Authority aims to carry out all inspections of food premises and sampling of food and imported food in accordance with the Food Safety Act, Food Safety & Hygiene Regulations, Official Feed & Food Controls Regulations, Trade in Animals & Related Products Regulations, Animal By-Products Regulations, Contaminants in Food Regulations and other relevant EU food law together with the Food Law Code of Practice and guidance documents.
3.2 The profile of the Authority's food premises is as follows:
Cold store 1 Dock sheds and Storage Tanks 7 Restaurants/Canteens/Cafes 3 Factory 3 Manufacturers/Processors 3 Passenger Ferries 4
3.3 This Authority does not act as "home authority" for any land-based food business.
3.4 Whilst the Authority strives to provide relevant advice to food businesses on request, it should be remembered that all such advice is given in good faith and should be qualified by reference to independent legal advice.
3.5 In 2017/18 no food complaints were received.
3.6 In 2017/18 the Authority submitted 439 bacteriological samples of potable water and 308 legionella samples from vessels and hydrants supplying such water.
3.7 This Authority investigates all suspected and laboratory confirmed cases of food poisoning and all other cases of foodborne illness in consultation with the Port Medical Officer of Health.
3.8 Food safety incidents.
All food hazard warnings and rapid alerts received by the Authority are dealt with under the requirements of the Authority's Food Hazard Warnings Procedure and Code of Practice. Many of the warnings given relate to food products not retailed in our area; however, each must be assessed to
Page 38 of 52 ascertain their relevance to this Authority. Imported food products also have their own electronic rapid alert warning system and these must also be similarly assessed for their relevance to this Authority. Any action taken is recorded.
In June 2017 a consignment of fresh salmon arrived in Hull and was referred to us following the discovery of several clandestine immigrants within the trailer. The safety and integrity of the product could not be guaranteed as the packaging had been badly damaged (see photo above), exposing the product to the risk of contamination. The whole consignment was surrendered to the Authority as not fit for human consumption. It was allowed to be used for animal feed purposes under our close supervision.
In August 2018, following information received in liaison with UK Border Force and the Food Standards Agency, our Inspectors examined a trailer of fresh fruit and vegetables on arrival in Hull (see photo above). Seventeen clandestine immigrants had been removed from the trailer prior to its arrival. The safety and integrity of the products could not be guaranteed and the whole consignment was declared as unfit for human consumption and subsequently destroyed locally under our close supervision.
3.9 This Authority has representatives on the following bodies and committees relevant to the food service: National
Page 39 of 52 C.I.E.H. Port Health Group Local Humber Authorities Food Liaison Group Humber Region Chief Environmental Health Officers’ Group
3.10 The training needs of the staff are monitored by the Chief Port Health Inspector in accordance with the Training Policy & Procedure in order that annual training needs, based on the CIEH Competence Framework for Port Health Regulators and CPD requirements are fulfilled. A documented individual training record is maintained.
4. QUALITY ASSESSMENT
4.1 All duties undertaken by the Authority are reviewed at least annually with the aim of best practice, continuous improvement and “Best Value”.
4.2 The Authority’s secure IT server, holds the food service data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation.
3.3 The quality and accuracy of work undertaken by all staff is subject to review by the Chief Port Health Inspector and Peer Review in accordance with the Internal Monitoring Procedure. 3.4 A programme of Inter Authority Audits has been in existence since 2003 under the guidance of Humber Authorities Food Liaison Group and overseen by the Humber Chief Environmental Health Officers’ Group.
5. REVIEW OF SERVICES
5.1 During 2017/18 this Authority carried out 100% of its programmed food premises inspections.
5.2 The Authority has its own website which includes pages dedicated to Imported Food Control and Food Safety with downloadable service documents, including this Food Service Plan. www.hullandgoolepha.gov.uk
5.3 The Chief Port Health Inspector reviewed and renewed the Authority’s Service Level Agreement with Public Health England Laboratory Service in 2018.
5.4 The Authority takes ships drinking water samples for bacteriological analysis. We issue a sample report and a certificate.
5.5 The EU regulations include the provision for a charging mechanism to be applied to certain high-risk imported food consignments arriving in the Designated Point of Entry at Hull.
Page 40 of 52 5.6 The Animal By-products Regulations provide the legislative framework for the control of international catering waste from ships, especially important in the control of animal diseases such as foot and mouth disease throughout our large area.
5.7 The UK Food Safety & Hygiene Regulations 2013 provide a greater level of harmonisation across the EU, being based on EU Regulations.
The aim is to provide a “Farm to Fork” approach to food safety and these regulations are supported by the Official Feed & Food Regulations. The Authority has responsibility for the approval of certain specified establishments such as cold stores and fishery products establishments, including factory and freezer trawlers within our area (see paragraph 2.4). The legislation is also supported by the revised FSA Food Law Code of Practice.
It should be remembered that ships are defined in legislation as “food premises” and as such are within the scope of our inspection programme under the Food Hygiene Regulations and the International Health Regulations, ratified by the World Health Organization in 2005. We are also an approved port for the issue of international Ship Sanitation Certificates in line with international and UK law. In 2017 – 2018 we issued 164 Ship Sanitation Certificates.
5.8 The UK referendum of June 2016 resulted in a decision to leave the EU and the past two years have seen a great deal of political manoeuvring in the UK/EU and the rest of the world. The coming months and years will undoubtedly present further extraordinary challenges and opportunities. Like all public services we must await the necessary clarity as it inevitably unfolds. But it is vitally important that port health authorities continue to be consulted on proposed policy and legislative changes, particularly in the field of imported food and feed controls.
In August 2017 we carried out a monitoring exercise to evaluate the volume of food consignments of EU origin arriving through our Humber ports. Our results showed that approximately 153,000 tonnes of various EU foodstuffs arrived in August. Currently, such products have “freedom of movement” within the EU without hindrance of port health border checks on arrival. Conversely, any food arriving from outside the EU is subjected to rigorous checks at the point of entry. It is not at all certain whether any additional checks will be imposed on food arriving here from the EU after our withdrawal. We must await the political solution and trust that any additional port health resources required will be made available.
6. DOCUMENT REVIEW
Page 41 of 52 6.1 This Service Plan shall be the subject of a review by the Chief Port Health Inspector, at least annually or as necessary, to meet any new legislation and/or guidance issued.
Office: 257 Hessle Road Kingston upon Hull HU3 4BE (8:30 am – 4:30 pm Monday - Friday)
Chief Port Health Inspector Laurence H Dettman MCIEH
Tel: 01482 324776 (24 hours)
Email: [email protected] Website: www.hullandgoolepha.gov.uk
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Agenda Item No.
HULL AND GOOLE PORT HEALTH AUTHORITY
Report to the Hull and Goole Port Health Authority 11 September 2018
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BUDGET MONITORING 2018-2019 ______
Report of the Treasurer and Chief Port Health Inspector
1. Purpose of the Report and Summary
1.1. This report informs members of the Authority’s spending to the end of July 2018 compared to the approved budget and highlights any anticipated variations to budget for the full year.
2. Recommendations
2.1. That the report be noted.
3. Background
3.1. The original budget for the Authority for 2018-19 was approved at the meeting of 12 December 2017.
4. Current Position 2018-2019 & Projected Out-turn
4.1. Appendix 1 shows a summarised breakdown of • Budget – the original full budget for the year. • Profiled budget – the proportion of the budget for the period. This is calculated as four twelfths of the budget (i.e. 4 months of 12) unless a more accurate profile can be ascertained. • Actual to the end of July 2018. • Variation of profiled revised budget to actual. • Anticipated out-turn for the year.
4.2. Anticipated variations to budget.
4.2.1. Income (ref 1.7) has been increased to reflect additional inspection work.
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5. Reserves
The movement of the Reserves of the Authority during the year is:
Balance Anticipated Anticipated brought movement balance at forward in 2018-19 year end Levy Rebate (General) Reserve £178,542 (£32,404) £146,138 Legal Reserve £10,105 - £10,105
6. Risks
6.1. The key risk associated with the estimates is that they are based on a number of assumptions and forecasts. The successful delivery of the budget is dependent upon controlling this risk through regular budget monitoring to provide an early warning of variances and allow speedy intervention and remedial action where necessary.
7. Comments of the Authority’s Legal Adviser
7.1. The Hull and Goole Port Health Authority has a statutory duty to make arrangements for the proper administration of its financial affairs. The Clerk to the Authority notes the recommendations.
8. Comments of the Treasurer
8.1. The Treasurer is co-author of the report .
9. Recommendations
9.1. That the report be noted.
David Bell, Laurence Dettman, Treasurer Chief Port Health Inspector
Background Papers: Budget monitoring working papers
Officer Contact: Alison Gill Kingston upon Hull City Council Tel. (01482) 613276
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Actual to Variation Full Year Profiled 31 July (Actual/ Projected Budget Budget 2018 Profile) Out-turn Ref. £ £ £ £ £
Port Health
Employees 294,731 98,069 86,018 12,050 294,206 1.1 Premises 15,367 6,871 6,305 566 15,362 1.2 Transport 17,535 5,800 4,047 1,753 17,400 1.3 Supplies & Services 29,388 12,446 10,976 1,469 29,168 1.4 Third Party & Support Services 29,103 774 774 - 29,103 1.5
Total Expenditure 386,124 123,959 108,121 15,838 385,239 1.6
Income (78,694) (26,359) (34,491) 8,132 (82,835) 1.7
Total Net Expenditure 307,430 97,600 73,630 23,970 302,404 1.8
Levies 2018/19 (270,000) (135,000) (135,000) - (270,000) 1.9
Transfer (to)/from Levy Rebate Reserve 37,430 32,404 2.0
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Page 46 of 52 HULL AND GOOLE PORT HEALTH AUTHORITY
Report to the Hull and Goole Port Health Authority 11 September 2018 ______
Fish Landings in Hull ______FOR INFORMATION
Report of the Chief Port Health Inspector
1. Purpose of Report and Summary
To inform the Board that the newly built factory fishing vessel Kirkella, registered in Hull (H7), has been granted EU hygiene approval by the Authority following an inspection in Norway by the Principal Port Health Inspector. This approval allows the frozen fishery products to be placed on the market within the EU.
It is many years since the last direct fish landings took place in Hull. It is welcome news therefore that the company plan to land catches from the Kirkella at King George Dock, Hull from 2 September.
Catches will be subject to our inspection and landing charges.
Laurence H Dettman, Chief Port Health Inspector
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Page 48 of 52 HULL AND GOOLE PORT HEALTH AUTHORITY
Report to the Hull and Goole Port Health Authority 11 September 2018 ______
FIFTY YEARS SERVICE (1968 – 2018) ______FOR INFORMATION
Report of the Chief Port Health Inspector
It was on Tuesday 3 September 1968 that a nervous but eager 17-year-old arrived at the Hull & Goole Port Health Authority offices at 9 Pier Street, Hull to report for his first day at work.
I am somewhat shocked, but nevertheless proud, to find that on 3 September 2018, half a century of continuous service with the Authority will have flown by.
I was originally employed as a Student Environmental Health Inspector (Port Health) for a period of four years theoretical and practical study under the expert guidance of the Chief Port Health Inspector and Master Mariner, Captain George Wallace. Qualifying as an Environmental Health Officer in 1972 I was fortunately appointed as Port Health Inspector, rapidly gaining valuable practical experience under the mentorship of many senior Inspectors of that time, for which I am eternally grateful.
In those days the work was very much focused on imported food inspection as Britain did not join the EEC until January 1973 * and almost all imported food was inspected at the ports. I also passed the necessary meat and fish inspection qualification after many months of interesting abattoir and fish market experience during my four-year course.
Many ships arriving in our ports were in a substandard sanitary condition and rat and cockroach infestations were commonplace. I recall being on duty all night to supervise the deratting of ships by fumigation with deadly Hydrogen Cyanide gas and other poisons and I still have the World War 2 gas mask issued to me for this purpose. I found out much later that such gas masks were, in fact, useless!
In those days we reported directly to the Medical Officer of Health (MOH). For many years the well-respected Dr Alexander Hutchison OBE was our MOH, although I only ever met him once, at my interview. But I remember, as a student, accidently terminating a terse telephone conversation between him and the Chief Port Health Inspector regarding black smoke emissions from the Humber Ferry, Lincoln Castle which were apparently very visible from the top floor of Hull Royal Infirmary and the Pier Street office window. Suffice to say that I was on the receiving end of another “learning experience” for this lapse. As a newly qualified Inspector I also recall keenly interviewing, under formal caution, the burly old skipper of a floating steam crane in Alexandra Dock. I asked him why he was producing so much excessive black smoke, contrary to the Clean Air Act? I was rapidly obliged to withdraw as he excitedly informed me, with some well-chosen expletives, that the vessel was actually on fire with the fire brigade on the way!
We were often called out to attend cases of sickness on board ships arriving in our ports, often at
Page 49 of 52 night with the on-call duty doctor. Perhaps the greatest fear was smallpox, which was not eradicated from the world until 1980**, but there were many other diseases from around the world which required (and still require) our vigilance. One snowy January night we met a ship arriving at King George Dock at 2 am following a notification that a crew member had died during the voyage from West Africa. The duty doctor told the Captain that he wished to examine the body. The Captain replied that the man had fallen downstairs and died of a head injury and had been duly buried at sea in the Bay of Biscay some days earlier! I remember thinking at the time that this would make a good plot for my first novel.
I was appointed as Assistant Chief Port Health Inspector on 1 March 1996 under the Chief Port Health Inspector, Roy Kaye.
I remain very proud to have been appointed from 1 June 2002 to serve as the Authority’s ninth*** Chief Port Health Inspector, and still enjoy meeting the many and diverse daily challenges involved with managing the Authority.
I hope that I have at least brought the Authority, founded in 1887, forward during my stewardship and prepared it well for the 21 st century. Conditions on board ships have improved dramatically over the decades and are much better controlled worldwide under the World Health Organization’s International Health Regulations, which require the 6-monthly port health inspection and sanitary certification of all commercial vessels. We seldom see the poor sanitary conditions or infestations of the past and I like to think that we have played our part in this success. The transition into EU withdrawal (Brexit) is the current major challenge and I look forward to steering the Authority through these turbulent and troubled waters.
I am indeed very fortunate and thankful to have enjoyed working with a great number of wonderful people over the years and without them and the unwavering support of the Board and my loving family, together with my current team of dedicated and professional colleagues, things simply would not work. I am indebted to them all.
Laurence Dettman, Chief Port Health Inspector
Then (at top left) - Hull Student EHO Course 1972 Now
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* (After Charles de Gaulle's resignation in 1969. Under the Labour Prime Minister, Harold Wilson, there was a UK referendum on continued membership of the EEC in 1975. The electorate voted 'Yes' by 67.2% to 32.8% to stay in Europe.)
** The last known natural case of smallpox was in Somalia in 1977. It was declared eradicated in 1980 following a global immunization campaign led by the World Health Organization.
*** Chief Port Health Inspectors of HGPHA
1883-1904 William H Crane
1904-1935 Richard Broughton
1935-1938 George H Dunston
1938-1957 A J W Harding
1957-1966 Martin Thomas
1966-1975 George Wallace
1975-1981 Thomas Ashworth K Williams
1981-2002 Roy Kaye
2002 to date, Laurence H Dettman
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