Rules for dogs in public places agreed
The renewal and extension of Public Space Protection Orders (PSPO) regarding rules for dogs in public spaces has been agreed by Arun District Councillors.
At a meeting of Environment Committee on 7 September 2023, councillors unanimously voted through the proposed renewal and extension of the PSPO for the next three years.
These new Orders come into force on 6 November 2023 to set out the rules that dog owners must stick to protect the district under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014. This is covered by the use four different Public Space Protection Orders: The fouling of land by Dogs, The Dogs on lead by-direction, The Dogs exclusion and The Dogs on leads order.
Earlier this year we ran a public consultation about this and the results of this were taken into account when reviewing the PSPOs.
The changes from the previous order and are based upon feedback from the public, stakeholders, town and parish councils, other organisations and our first-hand experience in managing land and enforcement issues in relation to dog controls.
The following new areas have been added to the locations where dogs are required to be kept on leads; Place St Maur (and other future water play areas), and in Discovery Garden in Hotham Park, both in Bognor Regis and West Beach Board Walk (off Rope Walk), Littlehampton
Councillor Sue Wallsgrove Arun District Council’s Environment Committee Chair said:
“The unanimous vote on the changes proposed in the new PSPO show our commitment to making our open spaces enjoyable for all. As a dog owner myself, being able to enjoy our beautiful district with my canine companions is important, but dog owners must commit to following the rules to ensure the safety and cleanliness for others too.”
You can read more about rules for dogs in public places on our website Dogs | Arun District Council