Press Release
28 pollution convictions in November 2004
Twenty-eight convictions were recorded last month (November) for breaches of anti-pollution legislation enforced by the Environmental Protection Department.
Eight of the convictions were under the Waste Disposal Ordinance, seven under the Water Pollution Control Ordinance, seven under the Noise Control Ordinance and six under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance.
The heaviest fine in November was $40,000, assessed against a company that used powered mechanical equipment without valid construction noise permit.
Ends/Tuesday, December 21, 2004
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