Press
Release
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pollution convictions in September 2004
Thirty-five
convictions
were recorded last month (September) for breaches of anti-pollution
legislation enforced by the Environmental Protection Department.
Twelve of the convictions were under the Noise Control Ordinance,
10 under the Waste Disposal Ordinance, seven under the Air Pollution
Control Ordinance and six under the Water Pollution Control Ordinance.
The heaviest fine in September was $20,000.
Two companies were fined $20,000 for using powered mechanical equipment
in breach of permit conditions and carrying out percussive piling
without a valid construction noise permit.
Ends/Tuesday, October 19, 2004
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