Twenty eight convictions in September

Press Release

Twenty eight convictions in September

Twenty eight convictions were recorded last month (September) for breaches of legislation enforced by the Environmental Protection Department.

Seven of the convictions were under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, 8 under the Noise Control Ordinance, 9 under the Waste Disposal Ordinance and 4 under the Water Pollution Control Ordinance.

The heaviest fine in September was $30,000, assessed against a company that imported controlled waste without a permit. 

Ends/Tuesday, Oct 19, 2010