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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
Areas with highest-risk for dog attacks on postal workers revealed amid rise
The number of dog attacks on postal workers has increased over the past year, new figures reveal. Royal Mail said there were 2,197 dog attacks on its staff, a 2% increase compared with the previous year. The figure equates to an average of 42 attacks every week across the UK, with some leading to permanent and disabling injuries for victims. There were 74 significant injuries recorded in 2024/25 compared with the 82 reported in 2023/24, according to the figures, released at the start of the annual Dog Awareness Week, aimed at encouraging responsible dog ownership. Royal Mail urged dog owners to ensure they understand the often-devastating impact of dog attacks on postmen and postwomen and take proper measures to ensure their pets pose no threat to delivery postal workers. The highest-risk location in the past year was the S (Sheffield) postcode, where 66 postal workers suffered dog attacks, followed by the PO (Portsmouth) postcode area with 60 attacks and the TN (Kent/Sussex/Surrey) postcode area with 56 attacks. As in previous years, nearly half of dog attacks took place at the front door, one in four took place in gardens, drives or yards, and almost one in 10 took place in the street or road. 🍄 Spore-tacular news! We've announced our brand new Mushrooms Stamps & Collectibles today. From the Scarlet Elf Cup to the iconic Fly Agaric, this issue celebrates Mushrooms in all their funky forms 👉 — Royal Mail (@RoyalMail) June 27, 2025 Dog attacks on Royal Mail workers resulted in 2,700 days of absence in 2024/25, with the longest period of absence being 108 days. Lizz Lloyd, health and safety director at Royal Mail, said: 'Dog attacks remain one of the most significant safety risks faced by postal workers. 'In many cases these incidents result in serious injuries, emotional distress, and time away from work. Recommended Reading Royal Mail warning issued over parcel delivery text scam Does Royal Mail deliver letters and parcels after 5pm? 'Royal Mail continues to call on the public to be vigilant and responsible by securing their pets before opening the door to receive mail or packages. 'We continue to invest in safety training and awareness campaigns for both employees and the public but emphasise that community co-operation is essential to reducing these incidents.' Other areas where dog attacks have increased include Guildford, Nottingham, Chelmsford, Brighton, Belfast, Newcastle, Swindon, Doncaster and Staffordshire.
BBC News
7 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Ramsey commissioners launch campaign to tackle dog fouling
A new warden will be hired in Ramsey as part of a drive by town commissioners to encourage dog owners to clean up after their pets. Commissioners vice-chairman Sandra Cottam-Shea said a "culture change" was needed and urged people to safely "educate those responsible" for failing to pick up dog she confirmed the authority would not be reintroducing dedicated dog poo bins in the £1,100 will be spent on posters and stickers to inform members of the public that they should instead use regular bins. Cottam-Shea said: "This is an age-old problem that happens around the world, but there has been a constant rumble of discontent in Ramsey and we have to do something."She told the Local Democracy Reporting Service the campaign would be more cost-effective than reinstalling "smaller dog poo bins" previously seen in the town since they "filled up so quickly and then spilled out". The vice-chairman said that while she was hoping for "positive results... a cultural understanding that this isn't acceptable" was required in the acknowledged that some people may be nervous about confronting irresponsible dog owners."We mustn't put ourselves a risk," she said. "But we mustn't be afraid of challenging perceived anti-social behaviour in a safe and courteous way."It takes a village, it takes a town to change culture."It is expected that the signs and stickers - which will be attached to public bins explaining that they can be used for dog waste - will be in place by late new town warden will also monitor issues such as parking, litter and anti-social behaviour. Read more stories from the Isle of Man on the BBC, watch BBC North West Tonight on BBC iPlayer and follow BBC Isle of Man on Facebook and X.
Daily Mail
15-05-2025
- Daily Mail
Moment two cuddly-looking spaniels turn savage and maul helpless lamb to death
This is the shocking moment two cuddly-looking spaniels savagely mauled a helpless lamb to death. The dogs, which on first glance look nothing like killer beasts, were caught on camera with blood on their mouths in North Wales. They escaped from a walk along Dinas Dinlle beach in Penygroes and ran into a field to attack sheep on April 23. A young lamb was seriously injured by the spaniels and subsequently died, police have said. The horrifying attack was recorded by a farmer who was in the area at the time and alerted the owner of the sheep, Dafydd Jones. The distressing footage shows two dogs mauling the lamb, before running away from the farmer who tries to put them on a lead. Police have now warned pet owners that any dog could turn into a killer. PCSO Rhys Evans, from North Wales Police's rural crime team, said: 'Responsible dog ownership is key in tackling these awful incidents, which are far too common. 'Livestock-worrying is a crime, and can include dogs running after animals, as well as attacks. 'They are extremely distressing not only for the animals, but for their keepers too and the costs, both financially and emotionally are wholly unacceptable. 'It is important to ensure dogs are always kept on a lead and under control in the countryside - or if left at home alone, that the house or garden are secure. 'A dog's owner is the only person who can prevent an attack from happening, and you may have to pay the ultimate price if you cannot control your animal. 'If your dog has escaped in a rural area, you should contact the police as early as possible so local farmers and landowners can be alerted.' The sheep's owner Dafydd Jones added: 'The dogs fled from the beach and ran into the fields at Belan Las, and injured sheep. 'The matter has now been resolved, thanks to North Wales Police and Hedd Rhys from Farmer Union of Wales.'
