EPD convictions in July
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Thirty-one convictions were recorded in July 2015 for breaches of legislation enforced by the Environmental Protection Department.
Nine of the convictions were under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, four were under the Noise Control Ordinance, 15 were under the Waste Disposal Ordinance, and three were under the Water Pollution Control Ordinance.
The heaviest fine in July was $35,000, assessed against a person who imported controlled waste without a permit.
Ends/Friday, August 14, 2015
Issued at HKT 11:00
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