EPD convictions in October

Forty-six convictions were recorded in October 2015 for breaches of legislation enforced by the Environmental Protection Department (EPD).

Ten of the convictions were under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, 14 were under the Noise Control Ordinance, and 22 were under the Waste Disposal Ordinance.

The heaviest fine in October was $60,000, assessed against a company that imported waste for disposal without a permit for two counts.


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