Dog Fouling team targets Goldsmid Park (April 2006)

St. Anne's Well Gardens and surrounding streets are being targeted as a dog fouling hotspot by special poo patrols.

After complaints by Labour councillors and residents, the Council is patrolling regularly in a number of problem areas in the City. The aim is to catch offenders, give out free dog poo bags and increase visibility of the animal welfare team.

The Council is working with City Clean to redesign new dog poo bins and improve signage on them to report dog fouling.

A £50 spot fine has already been issued to one offender as part of the new initiative. By law, dog owners must clean up after their dog has fouled in a public place. This includes parks, grass verges, amenity areas, sports fields, pavements, roads and beaches. Failure to do this could result in a fine of up to £1000.

For further information, help and advice, contact the Animal Welfare Team on telephone: (01273) 292400 or 292424 or email e-mail: ehl.community@brighton.gov.uk

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