Section 224: Baths, &c., to be public places for certain purposes.

Public Health Act 1936 · 1936 c. 49View on legislation.gov.uk

Public Health Act 1936
- Section 223: Byelaws for regulation of baths, &c.
- Section 225: Use of baths and bathing places for swimming contests, &c., or by schools or clubs.

Part VIII: Baths, Washhouses, Bathing Places, &c.

Any baths, washhouse, swimming bath or bathing place under the management of a local authority shall be deemed to be a public and open place for the purposes of any enactment relating to offences against decency.

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