24 pollution convictions in July
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    Twenty-four convictions were recorded last month (July) for breaches of anti-pollution legislation enforced by the Enviromental Protection Department.

     Nine of the convictions were under the Noise Control Ordinance, seven under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, five under the Waste Disposal Ordinance and three under the Water Pollution Control Ordinance.

     The heaviest fine in July was $50,000, assessed against a company that imported controlled waste without a permit.

Ends/Tuesday, August 15, 2006
Issued at HKT 14:00

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