Section 28

Notwithstanding the provisions of the preceding section, the body of any person who has died of a notifiable disease shall be disposed of in such manner as the Health

Officer may direct, and any person who fails to obey any direction of the Health Officer shall be guilty of an offence:

Provided that as far as practicable the Health Officer shall pay due regard to burial and other racial customs.

Duty of Veterinary Officers and veterinarians.