Part of Wales declaring war on dog owners with new rules on picking up mess and keeping pets on leads

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Bridgend County Borough Council is set to launch a consultation on a new borough-wide dog control order.

The report given to members at a recent cabinet meeting asked for permission to consult with the police and other relevant bodies about the creation of a public spaces protection order (PSPO) relating to dog control in Bridgend county.

The proposed order would mean dog owners would have to carry bags or other suitable means for the collection of dog mess at all times as well as disposing of it in a litter bin or taking it home.

It would also mean owners would have to place dogs in their control on a lead if requested to do so by an authorised officer.

The previous dog control order was introduced to Bridgend in 2019 though expired in June 2022.

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