EPD convictions in September

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     Forty-three convictions were recorded in September 2016 for breaches of legislation enforced by the Environmental Protection Department.

     Seven of the convictions were under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, seven were under the Noise Control Ordinance, 26 were under the Waste Disposal Ordinance, and three were under the Water Pollution Control Ordinance.

     The heaviest fine in September was $50,000, assessed against a company that deposited construction waste on a private lot without valid permission.

Ends/Tuesday, October 18, 2016
Issued at HKT 17:00

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