Variations and extension of Public Spaces Protection Order

Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) options

The Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 introduced PSPOs as a tool available for Councils to tackle anti-social behaviour. PSPOs can prohibit specified activities, and/or require certain things to be done by people engaged in particular activities within a defined space. PSPOs can be introduced when behaviour is affecting or likely to affect the quality of life for people in the area, is persistent, is unreasonable and the restrictions can be justified.

We are consulting on the following areas:

• Dog fouling
• Dogs on lead by direction
• Dog exclusion areas
• Dogs on leads
• Maximum number of dogs

If people do not adhere to these PSPOs they can be issued with a fixed penalty notice.

Why Your views Matter

The vast majority of dog owners act responsibly, keeping their dogs under control and clearing up their dog’s waste. However, the Council continues to receive complaints about dog-related negative behaviour and irresponsible dog owners.

In response to this, we have made some proposed variations to the Dog Control PSPO and are consulting with residents to ask their opinions about a variety of dog control-related issues. The feedback from this consultation will help to shape and inform the final Dog Control PSPO.

We would like to hear your views on any aspects of the proposed Dog Control PSPO. Please complete the survey and provide us with your feedback