32 pollution convictions in March

Press Release

32 pollution convictions in March

Thirty-two convictions were recorded last month (March) for breaches of anti-pollution legislation enforced by the Environmental Protection Department.

Seventeen of the convictions were under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, 10 under the Waste Disposal Ordinance, three under the Water Pollution Control Ordinance, and two under the Noise Control Ordinance.

The heaviest fine in March was $40,000, assessed against a person who imported controlled waste without a permit.

Ends/Tuesday, April 17, 2007