Thirty-seven EPD convictions in June

Press Release

Thirty-seven EPD convictions in June

Thirty-seven convictions were recorded last month (June) for breaches of legislation enforced by the Environmental Protection Department.
 
Twelve of the convictions were under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, 13 under the Noise Control Ordinance and 12 under the Waste Disposal Ordinance.
 
The heaviest fine in June was $30,000, assessed against a company that carried out prescribed construction work in designated area without valid construction noise permit.
 

Ends/Tuesday, July 16, 2013