Published: Monday, 30th September 2024
Residents are invited to have their say on continuing a legal order, which aims to promote responsible dog ownership in West Norfolk.
The Dog Control Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) is in place to protect the health and wellbeing of the public and reduce incidents of nuisance caused by a minority of irresponsible dog owners. It seeks to balance the need to protect all people especially those most vulnerable, while balancing the need for dog owners to exercise their dogs and fully enjoy their pet.
Cllr Jo Rust, Cabinet Member for People and Communities, said:
"This order is due to expire at the end of November and, before it can be renewed, we must consult with the public and key stakeholders. We want to hear your views before making a decision. Most dog owners have their dog under control at all times and pick up after their pets and I thank them for being responsible pet owners. We welcome all feedback received, whether residents think it should be renewed or allowed to expire."
The current PSPO:
- Requires dog owners to pick up after their dog has fouled public places.
- Excludes dogs from entering all children’s play areas.
- Excludes dogs from access to the beach in Hunstanton from 10 April until 31 October. Dogs must also be kept on leads along a section of the promenade in Hunstanton during the same months.
If renewed, the PSPO would be effective from 1 December 2024 and would be in place for three years.
You can find out more and take part in the consultation until 30 October 2024 at www.west-norfolk.gov.uk/consultations.
If you don’t have online access, you are welcome to use the public-access computers available at King’s Court reception and many local libraries. Paper copies of the consultation documents are also available upon request from King’s Court reception or by calling 01553 616200.