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15 pollution convictions in April
Fifteen convictions were recorded last month (April) for breaches of anti-pollution legislation enforced by the Environmental Protection Department.
Five of the convictions were under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, five under the Noise Control Ordinance, three under the Waste Disposal Ordinance and two under the Water Pollution Control Ordinance.
The heaviest fine in April was $50,000, assessed against a company that used powered mechanical equipment not in accordance with permit conditions.
Ends/Tuesday, May 17, 2005
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