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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Joanna Whitehead

East Midlands airport hit with huge fine for environmental pollution

East Midlands airport apologised for the breaches after pleading guilty to the charges - (Getty Images)

East Midlands airport has been fined nearly £900,000 for environmental pollution.

The Environment Agency successfully prosecuted the Leicestershire transport hub for allowing discharges of drainage water containing aircraft and runway de-icing fluid.

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