Issue - meetings

The Committee heard from the Head of Environmental Services regarding the recommended extension of the Dog Fouling Public Space Protection Order. Members heard that in June 2023 the Council designated its “Dog Fouling Public Space Protection Order” (PSPO), which was in place until 6 June 2026. This PSPO focused on dog fouling and disposal and applied across the whole district. It also included a provision for individuals to carry and have available a means to remove dog fouling. It was recommended to extend this order until 2029.

Members heard mention of the work which was undertaken regarding the enforcement of the PSPO as well as ongoing work with local communities and parish councils. It was recognised that the recommendation would take the PSPO beyond Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), offering extended protection for the district before the new authority was required to consider next steps.

Members were supportive of the planned extension, and agreed that it should be in place in advance of LGR. In response to a request from Members, it was confirmed that the outcome statistics would be separated out per location and shared with the Committee. The work of the enforcement officers was praised, as well as the support provided to parish councils and community groups.

Having been moved, seconded, and voted upon, it was

RESOLVED that the Dog Fouling Public Space Protection Order, be extended for a three-year period from 7 June 2026 to 6 June 2029.