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Litter Act (Cap. 40:61).

Country/Territory
Dominica
Document type
Legislation
Date
1990 (1991)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Laws of Dominica, 14 pp.
Long title
An Act to make provision for the abatement of nuisances caused by the littering of premises and public places and for purposes connected therewith or incidental thereto.
Subject
Waste & hazardous substances
Keyword
Pollution control Waste disposal Enforcement/compliance Offences/penalties Waste management
Geographical area
Americas, Caribbean, Latin America and the Caribbean, Small Island Developing States
Abstract

This Act prohibits the deposit of waste in public places and private premises, defines various offences in relation with littering and provides for enforcement measures and legal action by authorized persons against illegal littering.

Full text
English
Website
www.dominica.gov.dm

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Litter (Authorised Officers) Order (S.R.O. No. 64 of 1997).

Legislation | Dominica | 1997

Keyword: Pollution control, Waste disposal, Institution, Waste management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Amended by

Litter (Amendment) Act (No. 20 of 1997).

Legislation | Dominica | 1998

Keyword: Pollution control, Waste disposal, Waste management

Source: FAO, FAOLEX