Press Release
13 pollution convictions in January
Thirteen convictions were recorded last month (January) for breaches of anti-pollution legislation enforced by the Enviromental Protection Department.
Seven of the convictions were under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, four under the Noise Control Ordinance and two under the Water Pollution Ordinance.
The heaviest fine in January was $25,000, assessed against a company failed to comply with the requirements of a noise abatement notice.
Ends/Tuesday, February 21, 2006
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