Dog fouling fine to double across Wyre

Dog owners who fail to clean up after their pets could face a £250 fixed penalty notice under new measures approved by Wyre Council.

The council said that more than doubling the £100 fine for the offence sends "a clear message that dog fouling will not be tolerated."

Amendments to dog control measures at Mount Gardens, Fleetwood, which will require dogs to be kept on leads at all times, have also been approved.

Councillor Simon Bridge said: "The vast majority of dog owners in Wyre are responsible and clean up after their pets, but unfortunately a small minority continue to ignore the rules."

He added: "Dog fouling is unpleasant, unsightly and can pose a risk to public health.

"Increasing the fixed penalty notice to £250 demonstrates how seriously we take this issue and our commitment to keeping Wyre's parks, streets and open spaces clean for everyone."

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