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2 days ago
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Brownies take action against dog fouling in Wetheral
A group of Brownies has been recognised for its efforts to tackle dog fouling. The 1st Wetheral Brownies identified a hotspot along a public path, recording 29 piles of dog mess and handing out poo bags to dog walkers as part of Operation T.U.R.D (Together, United for Responsible Dog Ownership). Their work contributed to earning their 'Speak Out' badge and led to a visit from Cumberland Council officers, who presented them with a certificate of appreciation. Councillor Denise Rollo, executive member for sustainable, resilient and connected places at Cumberland Council, said: "It's fantastic to see our younger residents, like the 1st Wetheral Brownies, showing such commitment to keeping their community clean and taking real pride in where they live. "Congratulations to them on earning their Speak Out badge; they've truly used their voices to make a difference. "Their actions set a powerful example for all of us, from identifying local issues to engaging directly with dog walkers, they've shown maturity, initiative, and genuine community spirit." Operation T.U.R.D aims to promote responsible dog ownership and keep public spaces clean. During the visit, council officers met with Cllr Stephen Higgs, vice chair of the parish council, and landowners from the area to discuss ongoing concerns about dog fouling along the route highlighted by the Brownies. Details provided by the group, including descriptions of walkers and vehicles, are set to be used to support upcoming enforcement work. Cllr Rollo said: "Cumberland Council has a zero-tolerance policy on dog fouling, and this campaign demonstrates that education, engagement, and enforcement can deliver real results. "We're serious about protecting public spaces and ensuring everyone can enjoy clean, safe environments. "When we work together – with responsible dog owners, community groups, and local leaders – we really can make a lasting difference." The council plans to begin 'intensive' patrols in the area as a result of the Brownies' findings. The group is also planning another community litter pick as part of its work towards earning an additional badge.
BBC News
13-05-2025
- BBC News
Planning row over Wetheral woodland turned into garden
A row over the use of a protected woodland as a private garden is being taken to the government's Planning Council had issued an enforcement notice to resident Martin Bragg requiring him to restore the area at Mirebank Wood in Wetheral, near Carlisle, to its previous condition, including planting two trees to replace a beech and oak tree removed without Bragg, who lives on Elm Garth next to the woodland, has appealed the council's order through the planning denied the breach and claimed the enforcement notice was issued too late for the requested action to be taken. Appeal documents showed Mr Bragg was believed to have used the woodland to store soil and materials from building work at his home, as well as installing fence posts and laurel in the woodland were protected by a tree preservation order, meaning they could not be felled nor damaged, the council said. 'Excessive demands' The council said the woodland had been available for public access since 1958 and it believed the changes by Mr Bragg to have happened in the last 10 documents said: "The development has an unacceptable impact on the woodland's biodiversity, geodiversity and natural regeneration."They added two trees had already been lost and that the use of the woodland might have the potential to cause harm to the remaining papers show Mr Bragg believed "the steps required to comply with the requirements of the notice are excessive".The planning inspector is expected to make a decision in due course. Follow BBC Cumbria on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
