EPD convictions in November

Ninety-nine convictions were recorded in November 2018 for breaches of legislation enforced by the Environmental Protection Department (EPD).

Fourteen of the convictions were under the Air Pollution Control Ordinance, 21 were under the Noise Control Ordinance, 57 were under the Waste Disposal Ordinance, and seven were under the Water Pollution Control Ordinance.

The heaviest fine in November was $50,000, assessed against a company which contravened the provisions of a licence.

 
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