EPD convictions in March
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Twenty-six convictions were recorded in March 2015 for breaches of legislation enforced by the Environmental Protection Department (EPD).
Thirteen of the convictions were under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, three were under the Noise Control Ordinance, eight were under the Waste Disposal Ordinance and two were under the Water Pollution Control Ordinance.
The heaviest fine in March was $35,000, assessed against a company that contravened the provisions of a licence.
Ends/Thursday, April 16, 2015
Issued at HKT 15:01
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