Fined for dog fouling offence
A man has been fined £75 for failing to clean up after his dog at Ammanford Park.
The fixed penalty notice was issued by the council’s environmental enforcement officers who were on patrol in the area.
Failure to pay could lead to prosecution in the magistrates court and a maximum fine of £1,000.
Carmarthenshire County Council is working hard to tackle the problem of dog fouling and enforcement officers regularly carry out patrols across the county.
Executive board member for the environment Councillor Philip Hughes said: “Dog mess left anywhere is a serious health risk. Ammanford Park is used by families with young children and this type of anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated.
“The majority of residents take their responsibilities seriously but there is still a small minority who do not listen. Hopefully this will act as a warning that those caught flouting the law will be prosecuted.”
The council is appealing to the public to help identify those responsible. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Carmarthenshire Direct on 01267 234567.
Councillor Hughes added: “The council is determined to stop the problem of dog fouling in Carmarthenshire and improve the environment for both residents and visitors.”
The fixed penalty notice was issued by the council’s environmental enforcement officers who were on patrol in the area.
Failure to pay could lead to prosecution in the magistrates court and a maximum fine of £1,000.
Carmarthenshire County Council is working hard to tackle the problem of dog fouling and enforcement officers regularly carry out patrols across the county.
Executive board member for the environment Councillor Philip Hughes said: “Dog mess left anywhere is a serious health risk. Ammanford Park is used by families with young children and this type of anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated.
“The majority of residents take their responsibilities seriously but there is still a small minority who do not listen. Hopefully this will act as a warning that those caught flouting the law will be prosecuted.”
The council is appealing to the public to help identify those responsible. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Carmarthenshire Direct on 01267 234567.
Councillor Hughes added: “The council is determined to stop the problem of dog fouling in Carmarthenshire and improve the environment for both residents and visitors.”
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