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Yahoo
13-07-2025
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Village poo bag scheme aims to cut dog waste
A Lincolnshire village has started a Poo Bag Partnership which aims to encourage people pick up their dog's waste. Community groups and businesses in Great Coates will be handing out waste bags to dog walkers. Between 2023 and 2024, more than 280 Fixed Penalty Notices were issued for dog fouling related offences, North East Lincolnshire Council said Councillor Ron Shepherd said the authority hoped to expand the scheme. "We're glad to be building these partnerships across all areas of North East Lincolnshire," he said. "We appreciate the majority of dog owners are responsible, but it is the minority that need to understand that they have a duty of care as a pet owner. "I urge as many businesses, organisations and charities to become a Poo Bag Partner and help us to stop this issue from blighting our streets." Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Click here, to download the BBC News app from the App Store for iPhone and iPad. Click here, to download the BBC News app from Google Play for Android devices. Dog poo rules 'tricky' to police, say officers Doorbell footage plea in dog fouling crackdown North East Lincolnshire Council
BBC News
13-07-2025
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Lincolnshire village poo bag scheme aims to cut dog waste
A Lincolnshire village has started a Poo Bag Partnership which aims to encourage people pick up their dog's groups and businesses in Great Coates will be handing out waste bags to dog 2023 and 2024, more than 280 Fixed Penalty Notices were issued for dog fouling related offences, North East Lincolnshire Council saidCouncillor Ron Shepherd said the authority hoped to expand the scheme. "We're glad to be building these partnerships across all areas of North East Lincolnshire," he said."We appreciate the majority of dog owners are responsible, but it is the minority that need to understand that they have a duty of care as a pet owner."I urge as many businesses, organisations and charities to become a Poo Bag Partner and help us to stop this issue from blighting our streets."Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Click here, to download the BBC News app from the App Store for iPhone and here, to download the BBC News app from Google Play for Android devices.
BBC News
09-07-2025
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Adur and Worthing councils consult on dogs protection order
Dogs could be banned from further places in West Sussex as part of proposals to extend a council protection and Worthing District Councils have said they want to extend a Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) which bans dogs from certain locations and gives officers powers to tackle dog fouling and dogs off powers could exclude dogs from play areas in Lilac Way, Shoreham, and Freesia Way, Durrington, as well as Heene Cemetery in councils are asking for feedback on the plans which would also extend current powers for a further three years until December 2028. Dog-free areas Under the PSPO, council officers can issue fixed penalty notices of £100 or prosecute dog owners who fail to comply with any of the orders, which include picking up dog faeces or putting pets on leads in certain dogs are not allowed in enclosed children's play areas in Adur and Worthing, as well as Highdown Gardens in are also excluded from the beach in Worthing from Splash Point to Heene Road, and between the two boat launching ramps in Goring-by-Sea, between 1 May and 30 September each new powers under consultation include requiring dogs to be on leads on footpaths either side of the Adur Estuary, a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) in Shoreham.A council spokesperson said: "These powers are not intended to disrupt dog owners but are in place to address the potential nuisance that some dogs can cause in public spaces."Without these orders, we would have limited powers to address any dog-related problems that occur."Although many of us love dogs, we think it's important to have some restrictions in place and provide some dog-free areas so that everyone can enjoy our wonderful parks and coastline."Details of the consultation can be found on the Adur and Worthing Councils website and is open until 10 August.
BBC News
06-07-2025
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Wetheral Brownies gain badge for tackling dog fouling
A group of Brownies has been awarded badges after completing a messy mission to clean up dog 1st Wetheral Brownies in Cumbria carried out Operation Together United for Responsible Dog Ownership (Turd) after realising dog fouling was becoming a problem in the just one 200m (660ft) stretch, the 26 Brownies found 29 piles of dog mess, which they marked using flags designed with laminated poo leader Janice Brown, known as Tawny Owl, said the girls were "extremely shocked" at finding so much waste and their first thought was to "write to the King" about the problem. "We thought that was a bit extreme," Ms Brown the Brownies decided to contact Cumberland Council about the issue and the troop created banners to promote anti-fouling in the area. Irresponsible grown-ups For taking part in Operation Turd, the Brownies were awarded their Speak Out badge, which is earned for working to solve an issue they feel strongly the unhygienic nature of the waste, the children, who are aged between seven and 10, were not put off during their mission."We weren't asking them to touch it or pick it up as that would have been a health issue," Ms Brown said. "But they were genuinely curious as to how much there was and they couldn't believe the grown-ups were so irresponsible." The Brownies had a meeting with officers from Cumberland Council where they were able to make suggestions about how to tackle dog were also taught about the harm dog fouling can do, including how cows can choke on bags of waste left behind by irresponsible pet council's executive member for sustainable, resilient and connected places, Denise Rollo, said the 1st Wetheral Brownies had "real pride in where they live". "Their actions set a powerful example for all of us," she said, adding: "From identifying local issues to engaging directly with dog walkers, they've shown maturity, initiative, and genuine community spirit." The group has also shown its commitment to their home region by making the shortlist for a competition to design a new community flag for design is one of six shortlisted with a winner to be chosen by the public. Follow BBC Cumbria on X, Facebook, Nextdoor and Instagram.
Yahoo
04-07-2025
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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.
