Posted: Sat 3rd Jun 2023

Updated: Sat 3rd Jun

Flintshire Council to consult on extending dog control rules in public areas

News and Info from Deeside, Flintshire, North Wales
This article is old - Published: Saturday, Jun 3rd, 2023

A consultation is set to launch next week in Flintshire on plans to extend dog control measures in public areas.

Flintshire Council’s Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) is due to expire in September and consultation is set to be opened about what should be included in the new one. ‌​‌‌‌​‌‌‍‌​‌‌‌​‌​‍‌​‌‌‌​‌​

The existing prohibitions, which the local authority proposes to extend for another three years, mandate dog owners to abide by a set of rules designed to maintain public hygiene and safety.

These include the immediate removal of dog waste from public locations, putting dogs on leads when directed by an authorised officer, especially in circumstances where a dog is considered out of control or causing alarm and distress, and having dogs on leads within cemeteries.

Dog owners are also required to carry a means to collect dog waste from the ground if asked by an authorised officer.

As per the current PSPO, dogs are prohibited from entering enclosed children’s play areas, marked sports pitches, specific sporting or recreational facilities, and school grounds.

The Council is also considering new restrictions following reports of dogs not being adequately controlled at specific sites, including The Rosie, Wepre Park, Connahs Quay, and Mold Memorial Gardens, Maes Bodlonfa, Mold.

The options under consideration include either banning dogs or requiring dogs to be kept on a lead at all times at these sites.

Any violations of these rules could result in the issuance of a Fixed Penalty Notice to the person responsible for the dog.

Open to consultation between Monday 5th June and Friday 14th July more information, including a list of potential sites where the prohibitions would be enforced, can be found on the Council’s website www.flintshire.gov.uk/en/Resident/Streetscene/New-Measures-for-Dog-Control.aspx

Residents who need support to access the information online can visit one of the Council’s Connects Centres where Advisors will be happy to assist.

Residents are advised to check opening times before making the journey by calling 01352 752121 or visit the Council’s website https://www.flintshire.gov.uk/en/Resident/Contact-Us/Flintshire-Connects.aspx

“Please take the time to complete the survey, we value your opinion.” A council spokesperson said.

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