EPD convictions in November

Fifty-four convictions were recorded in November 2016 for breaches of legislation enforced by the Environmental Protection Department (EPD).

Nine of the convictions were under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, nine were under the Noise Control Ordinance, 33 were under the Waste Disposal Ordinance, and three were under the Water Pollution Control Ordinance.

The heaviest fine in November was $20,000, assessed in two convictions respectively against a company that used powered mechanical equipment otherwise than in accordance with conditions in the Construction Noise Permit.

 
Ends/