URL: https://moderngov.fareham.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2779

Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: To review and extend the Public Spaces Protection Order (Dog Control), in accordance with the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014.   The current PSPO will continue to include restrictions on fouling, dogs on lead by direction, maximum number of dogs being walked, dogs on leads and exclusion of dogs and include a new clause relating to a dog owner having the means to pick up.

Content: To review and extend the Public Spaces Protection Order (Dog Control), in accordance with the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014.   The current PSPO will continue to include restrictions on fouling, dogs on lead by direction, maximum number of dogs being walked, dogs on leads and exclusion of dogs and include a new clause relating to a dog owner having the means to pick up. RESOLVED that the Executive: (a) agrees to extend the current Public Spaces Protection Order (Dog Control) for a further 3 years;   (b) notes the intention to review and update the signage within the PSPO designated areas; and   (c) delegates authority to the Director of Housing and Health, following consultation with the Executive Member for Health and Public Protection, to take all steps to implement the order, and, subject to any legal processes necessary, make any minor changes to the Order if required.

Date of Decision: March 23, 2026