The Dogs (fouling of land) Act 1996

The Dogs (fouling of land) Act 1996 currently applies to open land across the district and roads not exceeding 40 mph. It does not apply to woodland, agricultural land, moors and heath land. The maximum fine for the offence is £1000 but enforcement officers can issue a fixed penalty notice of £50 instead of prosecution. The Greensand Trust Rangers who manage many open spaces on behalf of the Council can now issue fixed penalty notices for dog fouling.

South Bedfordshire District Council will shortly be starting the process to implement new measures under The Clean Neighbourhoods & Environment Act. The new Dog Control Order will apply to all open land across the district and will increase the fixed penalty notice from £50 to £80.

To report dog fouling problems, please use our online form.

Contact

For further information please call 01582 472222

South Bedfordshire District Council,
The District Offices,
High Street North,
Dunstable,
Bedfordshire, LU6 1LF