34 pollution convictions in October
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    Thirty-four convictions were recorded last month (October) for breaches of anti-pollution legislation enforced by the Environmental Protection Department.

     Thirteen of the convictions were under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, 12 under the Noise Control Ordinance and nine under the Waste Disposal Ordinance.

     The heaviest fine in October was $75,000, assessed against a company that carried out asbestos works without appointing a registered contractor, or the contractor failed to discharge his duties.

Ends/Tuesday, November 21, 2006
Issued at HKT 14:00

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