23 pollution convictions in February
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    Twenty-three convictions were recorded last month (February) for breaches of anti-pollution legislation enforced by the Environmental Protection Department.

     Twelve of the convictions were under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, eight under the Noise Control Ordinance, two under the Water Pollution Control Ordinance and one under the Waste Disposal Ordinance.

     The heaviest fine in February was $25,000, assessed against a company used powered mechanical equipment not in accordance with permit conditions.  

Ends/Tuesday, March 21, 2006
Issued at HKT 14:01

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