Dorset Council is extending this public consultation by three weeks to make sure people who were unable to obtain a paper version from libraries or the Council offices can do so. Dorset Council recognises that these premises were closed due to the Coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic and wants to give those that could not attend due to self-isolation or shielding to be able to do so by contacting them directly.
This is a consultation on rules about dogs in public spaces and will help with the development of the new Dorset-wide Dog-related Public Spaces Protection Order. The consultation is a chance for people – residents, business owners, organisations and visitors – to have their say on where and when they think there should be restrictions on dogs in public places, including beaches. It will also cover topics such as fouling and lead length.
Cllr. Tony Alford, Dorset Council Portfolio Holder for Customer, Community and Regulatory Services, said: “These Orders are to make sure that everyone – with or without dogs – can safely enjoy public spaces. We want to hear a wide range of views from as many people as possible. We know that some people hold very strong views on the topic, and we aim to reflect a balanced and fair perspective within the new order.”
The survey will also remain open online at www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/dogspspo
To have a paper copy of the survey and the maps of the areas it covers call 01305 251010. This can be emailed to you or on your request posted. Please return the completed survey as promptly as possible to ensure your comment are included.
The closing date is now midnight on Tuesday 12 May.
In December 2019, the existing Orders of former West Dorset, East Dorset, and Weymouth & Portland Borough Council Orders were extended to 31 December 2020. This was to maintain public safety by allowing time for the public consultation and implementation of a new Dorset-wide Order to take place without the expiry of those current orders. Purbeck has it’s own byelaw covering similar matters, whereas the North Dorset Order does not expire until 2022.
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