Review of order banning all dogs from Dudley play areas

The existing Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) has been in place across Dudley since 2018. It replaced all dog control legislation in the borough and included a new restriction in regard to dogs in children’s fenced off play areas.

The latest consultation asks residents if they are happy for the order to remain in place for a further three years up to March 2024.

Councillor Karen Shakespeare, Dudley Council’s cabinet member for environmental services, said: “The existing PSPO has already given us further enforcement powers to crack down on those irresponsible owners, who allow their dogs to foul our pavements, green spaces and play areas without cleaning up after them.

“The majority of dog owners act responsibly but there are those who spoil it for the rest and after all is said our four legged friends cannot clean up after themselves and that is part of our responsibility as dog owners.

“We want to make sure residents are still happy with this approach which is why we need them to take a minute to answer the four simple questions in our survey.”

To participate in the public consultation, visit www.dudley.gov.uk