EPD convictions in September

Twenty-seven convictions were recorded in September 2015 for breaches of legislation enforced by the Environmental Protection Department (EPD).

Seven of the convictions were under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, nine were under the Noise Control Ordinance, nine were under the Waste Disposal Ordinance, and two were 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.


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