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Scottish Sun
23-06-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
The 13 UK seaside towns where feeding seagulls could land you with on-the-spot £100 fine
Scroll down to read the breakdown of the fines in each town ANGRY BIRDS The 13 UK seaside towns where feeding seagulls could land you with on-the-spot £100 fine IF you're planning a trip to the seaside this summer, be careful not to make this costly mistake. While feeding seagulls may seem like harmless fun, it can actually result in hefty fines. 2 Feeding seagulls in certain UK seaside towns can results in hefty fines (stock image) Credit: Getty As summer kicks into gear, a lot of Brits are planning staycationers at scenic beaches. Advertisement But be warned because this little known coastal rule could turn your fish and chip supper into a serious expense. In some seaside towns across the country, feeding seagulls is not just discouraged; it is punishable by law. Luxury Group Stay, one of the UK's leading providers of premium holiday accommodation, has urged travellers to be aware of this local by-law. So even if these cheeky birds are begging for a chip, resist the urge to feed them. Advertisement In Aldeburgh, Suffolk, visitors are greeted by signs warning that anyone caught feeding gulls could face prosecution. This is enforced under public health and anti-social behaviour by-laws. Introduced in 2009, this rule is a result of rising public complaints about nuisance behaviour from gulls — including swooping attacks, persistent begging, and damage to bins and property. And it's far from an isolated case; a series of restrictions has emerged across the UK and the Channel Islands. Advertisement Many councils have introduced Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) or similar measures to clamp down on gull feeding. Inside colourful flat in seaside town featured on Scotland's Home of the Year Measures have been introduced along the North Yorkshire coast, with towns like Whitby and Scarborough issuing fines of up to £100 for feeding seagulls along their harbours and seafronts. The fine, introduced under environmental protection legislation, is part of a broader effort to manage behaviour in high-footfall coastal towns. And while the maximum penalty is rarely issued, local councils use it as a strong deterrent. This effort is more common than most Brits realise. Advertisement Similar bans are now in place across the South West, including East Devon, where feeding seagulls is prohibited under PSPOs. Fine amounts for feeding seagulls in UK seaside towns Exmouth: £80 - £100 Budleigh Salterton: £80 - £100 Sidmouth: £80 - £100 Beer: £80 - £100 Seaton: £80 - £100 Lyme Regis: Up to £100 West Bay: Up to £100 Bridport: Up to £100 St Ives: Up to £100 Whitby: Up to £100 Scarborough: Up to £100 Eastbourne: Up to £100 Hastings: Up to £100 Fixed penalties of £80 can be issued on the spot, with the possibility of higher fines for repeat offences or failure to pay. In West Dorset, towns like Lyme Regis and Bridport have adopted comparable policies. St Ives in Cornwall banned gull feeding in 2018 following multiple incidents of birds injuring visitors while attempting to grab food. A rep for Luxury Group Stay said that the rise in local fines and by-laws "catching guests off guard" has seen a change in customer preferences. Advertisement "We're seeing growing demand for private stays where families can relax, dine outdoors, and enjoy themselves without worrying about unexpected restrictions," they explained. With rules varying from town to town and signage often easy to miss, travellers are advised to check local guidance carefully. Plus, seven major holiday hot spots where you can get fined for vaping. And a common beach activity could also see you fined over £2,500. A holiday destination that's popular with Brits has introduced a new ban. Advertisement And a full-list of banned activities at your favourite holiday destinations.
The Irish Sun
23-06-2025
- General
- The Irish Sun
The 13 UK seaside towns where feeding seagulls could land you with on-the-spot £100 fine
IF you're planning a trip to the seaside this summer, be careful not to make this costly mistake. While feeding seagulls may seem like harmless fun, it can actually result in hefty fines. 2 Feeding seagulls in certain UK seaside towns can results in hefty fines (stock image) Credit: Getty As summer kicks into gear, a lot of Brits are planning staycationers at scenic beaches. But be warned because this little known coastal rule could turn your fish and chip supper into a serious expense. In some seaside towns across the country, feeding seagulls is not just discouraged; it is punishable by law. Read More On Seaside Towns So even if these cheeky birds are begging for a chip, resist the urge to feed them. In Aldeburgh, Suffolk, visitors are greeted by signs warning that anyone caught feeding gulls could face prosecution. This is enforced under public health and anti-social behaviour by-laws. Introduced in 2009, this rule is a result of rising public complaints about nuisance behaviour from gulls — including swooping attacks, persistent begging, and damage to bins and property. Most read in News Travel And it's far from an isolated case; a series of restrictions has emerged across the UK and the Channel Islands. Many councils have introduced Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) or similar measures to clamp down on gull feeding. Inside colourful flat in seaside town featured on Scotland's Home of the Year Measures have been introduced along the North Yorkshire coast, with towns like The fine, introduced under environmental protection legislation, is part of a broader effort to manage behaviour in high-footfall coastal towns. And while the maximum penalty is rarely issued, local councils use it as a strong deterrent. This effort is more common than most Brits realise. Similar bans are now in place across the South West, including East Devon, where feeding seagulls is prohibited under PSPOs. Fine amounts for feeding seagulls in UK seaside towns Exmouth: £80 - £100 Budleigh Salterton: £80 - £100 Sidmouth: £80 - £100 Beer: £80 - £100 Seaton: £80 - £100 Lyme Regis: Up to £100 West Bay: Up to £100 Bridport: Up to £100 St Ives: Up to £100 Whitby: Up to £100 Scarborough: Up to £100 Eastbourne: Up to £100 Hastings: Up to £100 Fixed penalties of £80 can be issued on the spot, with the possibility of higher fines for repeat offences or failure to pay. In West Dorset, towns like Lyme Regis and Bridport have adopted comparable policies. St Ives in Cornwall banned gull feeding in 2018 following multiple incidents of birds injuring visitors while attempting to grab food. A rep for Luxury Group Stay said that the rise in local fines and by-laws "catching guests off guard" has seen a change in customer preferences. "We're seeing growing demand for private stays where families can relax, dine outdoors, and enjoy themselves without worrying about unexpected restrictions," they explained. With rules varying from town to town and signage often easy to miss, travellers are advised to check local guidance carefully. Plus, seven major And a common A holiday destination that's popular with Brits has And a 2 Anyone planning a seaside trip this summer is advised to read up on local by-laws to avoid fines (stock image) Credit: EPA
Daily Mirror
23-06-2025
- Daily Mirror
Unexpected rule on UK beaches that can spell £2,500 fine if you're caught out
With many families heading to the coast over the summer, it's important to be aware of local by-laws that could unexpectedly turn your beach day into an expensive lesson As the summer season rolls in, British families are flocking to the seaside for day trips or staycations. However, a lesser-known regulation could turn your beachside fish and chips into a hefty bill. In several coastal spots nationwide, feeding seagulls is actually illegal, with fines potentially exceeding £1,000. Last year, a 97-year-old woman faced a potential fine of £2,500 and even court proceedings after a neighbour reported her for feeding birds in her garden in Fylde, near Blackpool. With this incident in mind, Luxury Group Stay, a leading provider of high-end holiday homes in the UK, is advising holidaymakers to familiarise themselves with local by-laws that could disrupt their well-deserved getaway. In Suffolk, visitors to Aldeburgh will encounter signs cautioning that anyone caught feeding gulls may be prosecuted under public health and anti-social behaviour by-laws. This regulation was implemented in the seaside town back in 2009 in response to escalating complaints about the gulls' conduct, including aggressive swooping, incessant begging, and damage to bins and properties, reports the Express. And it's not just Fylde and Aldeburgh enforcing these restrictions. Numerous councils across the country have introduced Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) or other measures in an attempt to curb gull feeding. Luxury Group Stay's spokesperson revealed, "With more local fines and by-laws catching guests off guard, we're seeing growing demand for private stays where families can relax, dine outdoors, and enjoy themselves without worrying about unexpected restrictions." Article continues below Given that rules can differ widely across localities and signage might be overlooked, holidaymakers are urged to be vigilant with local guidelines – or they could find their day at the beach costing more than anticipated. They've also pinpointed a selection of destinations where you might cop a fine for giving snacks to the gulls. Destinations where you may be fined for feeding seagulls: East Devon - £80-100 fine on beaches in Exmouth, Budleigh Salterton, Sidmouth, Beer, and Seaton. Dorset - Up to £100 fine in Lyme Regis, West Bay, and Bridport. Jersey (St Saviour Parish) - Fines of up to £1,000 in many residential areas, including Clos Paumelle. Cornwall - Up to £100 in St Ives. North Yorkshire - Up to £100 in Whitby and Scarborough. East Sussex - Fines of up to £100 in Eastbourne and Hastings.
Otago Daily Times
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Otago Daily Times
Call for more action against boy racers in Canterbury
Dave Dunlay. Independent Banks Peninsula Ward council candidate Dave Dunlay is welcoming the Government's new crackdown on boy racers, calling it 'long overdue' – and urging the city council to take inspiration from successful strategies used elsewhere in the country and abroad. 'We've put up with it for far too long. The noise, the danger, the disruption – enough is enough,' he said. Dunlay, who has lived on Brittan Tce in Lyttelton for nearly 30 years, said boy racers have made life miserable for communities across Banks Peninsula. 'Every weekend, the same thing happens. Dyers Pass, Lyttelton, Governors Bay, Cass Bay and Gebbies Valley all taken over by convoys of modified cars and dangerous driving. 'People are scared to leave their homes or walk their dogs at night. It's not just antisocial, it's intimidation.' The Government has outlined extensive new laws aimed at putting the brakes on illegal street racing including: Increasing fines for excessive vehicle noise from $50 to $300 Giving police greater powers to shut down illegal gatherings Enabling police to seize and destroy vehicles of repeat or fleeing offenders Dunlay said while these changes are welcome, he wants to see the city council and police go further, drawing on ideas that have worked in other parts of the country and overseas. 'In places like Hamilton, they're using acoustic cameras that detect illegal vehicle noise in real time. In Auckland, physical deterrents like speed humps and chicanes have been installed in known hotspots. 'In Dunedin, police have trialled stopping repeat offenders from entering certain streets at night. 'Overseas, cities in the UK have successfully implemented Public Space Protection Orders to ban street racing in specific areas, backed by real enforcement. 'Some councils in Australia have even created designated track nights to channel car culture away from public streets.' Dunlay wants Christchurch to adopt a similar toolkit of interventions, combining enforcement with community-based deterrents. 'We should be using CCTV and noise monitoring more strategically and we should be backing police with the tools and funding they need to act.' -APL
Otago Daily Times
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Otago Daily Times
Call for more action to crackdown on boy racers
Dave Dunlay. Independent Banks Peninsula Ward council candidate Dave Dunlay is welcoming the Government's new crackdown on boy racers, calling it 'long overdue' – and urging the city council to take inspiration from successful strategies used elsewhere in the country and abroad. 'We've put up with it for far too long. The noise, the danger, the disruption – enough is enough,' he said. Dunlay, who has lived on Brittan Tce in Lyttelton for nearly 30 years, said boy racers have made life miserable for communities across Banks Peninsula. 'Every weekend, the same thing happens. Dyers Pass, Lyttelton, Governors Bay, Cass Bay and Gebbies Valley all taken over by convoys of modified cars and dangerous driving. 'People are scared to leave their homes or walk their dogs at night. It's not just antisocial, it's intimidation.' The Government has outlined extensive new laws aimed at putting the brakes on illegal street racing including: Increasing fines for excessive vehicle noise from $50 to $300 Giving police greater powers to shut down illegal gatherings Enabling police to seize and destroy vehicles of repeat or fleeing offenders Dunlay said while these changes are welcome, he wants to see the city council and police go further, drawing on ideas that have worked in other parts of the country and overseas. 'In places like Hamilton, they're using acoustic cameras that detect illegal vehicle noise in real time. In Auckland, physical deterrents like speed humps and chicanes have been installed in known hotspots. 'In Dunedin, police have trialled stopping repeat offenders from entering certain streets at night. 'Overseas, cities in the UK have successfully implemented Public Space Protection Orders to ban street racing in specific areas, backed by real enforcement. 'Some councils in Australia have even created designated track nights to channel car culture away from public streets.' Dunlay wants Christchurch to adopt a similar toolkit of interventions, combining enforcement with community-based deterrents. 'We should be using CCTV and noise monitoring more strategically and we should be backing police with the tools and funding they need to act.' -APL
