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Sand and Granite Quarries Act 1970
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In force2020 Revised EditionCurrent version · 2020 Revised EditionSee versions on Singapore Statutes Online(opens the publisher’s site)

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Sand and Granite Quarries Act 1970

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1Short title
2Interpretation
3Appointment of Licensing Officer
4Prohibition on quarrying without licence
5Licences to be discretionary
6Security for due performance of obligations of licensees
7Power to execute works
8Conditions under which licences may be granted
9Interference with bank of any river, stream or watercourse
10Effluent water to be free from mud
11Disposal of waste matter
12Excavation by direct action of water
13Safety measures
14Fencing of sand and granite quarries
15Power to enter upon premises for purposes of Act
16Penalty for obstructing officer in his duty
17Default in compliance with notice, etc.
18Penalty for offences not otherwise provided for
19Attempts and abetments
20Liability of licensee for act of agent or servant
21Saving of prosecutions under other laws
22Costs and expenses to be determined by Magistrate’s Court
23Exemption
24Regulations

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