All were resolved with diplomacy and without threats, drama and publicity. The Unit considers negative publicity on the party that has cooperated to resolve environmental problems, such as in this case, to be counter productive. The Environment Unit is pleased to note the workshop has pledged to continue its cooperation. The Unit urges other workshop and industries to start taking environmentally-responsible actions without the need for complaints or reminders from the public or authorities. This could include review of existing procedures, as well as cleaning up their premises and vicinity.
Early action can preempt negative publicity.
The Unit can be contacted for further advice. The Unit also wishes to inform the public that officials from the Unit when carrying out inspection will bear an official letter of introduction from the Head of Environment Unit for the initial contact. Persons not bearing this letter are not from the Environment Unit. The Environment Unit therefore appeals to all parties concerned with the environment to be partners with it in the effort to safeguard the environment. All rights reserved.