24 pollution convictions in February

Press Release

24 pollution convictions in February

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

Fifteen of the convictions were under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, five under the Waste Disposal Ordinance, three under the Noise Control Ordinance, and one under the Water Pollution Control Ordinance.

The heaviest fine in February was $100,000, assessed against a company which used powered mechanical equipment without a valid construction noise permit.

Ends/Tuesday, March 20, 2007