Thirty-nine EPD convictions in September

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Thirty-nine EPD convictions in September

Thirty-nine 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, two under the Hazardous Chemicals Control Ordinance, sixteen under the Noise Control Ordinance, one under the Ozone Layer Protection Ordinance, nine under the Waste Disposal Ordinance and four under the Water Pollution Control Ordinance.

The heaviest fine in September was $100,000, assessed against a company that used powered mechanical equipment otherwise than in accordance with permit conditions.

Ends/Thursday, October 18, 2012