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31 pollution convictions in March
Thirty-one convictions were recorded last month (March) for breaches of anti-pollution legislation enforced by the Environmental Protection Department.
Twelve of the convictions were under the Waste Disposal Ordinance, 11 under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, five under the Noise Control Ordinance and three under the Water Pollution Control Ordinance.
The heaviest fine in March was $25,000, assessed against a company that contravened the provisions of a licence.
Ends/Tuesday, April 19, 2005
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