Dog fouling near the school – again

Dog fouling near the school

Becky Jewitt, head of Audlem St James' School, reports

"Unfortunately, since our return to school this term, I have had some reports highlighting that this issue, particularly on the public footpath which runs alongside our car park at the front of school, seems to have returned.

"Please can all users of this footpath make sure that they clear any dog fouling and be aware of the need to be especially considerate when walking dogs near school grounds as the high number of children using these paths and walkways increases the chances of children falling or slipping on such hazards?"

Nick Jarvis reinforces the point from the police perspective

"The police are working with Cheshire East after complaints of dog fouling in the Audlem area especially on footpaths around the school.

"We would ask all dog owners to clean up any mess using bins provided around the village. We realise that most dog owners are excellent and do comply with the law, but it is the few that are happy to leave any mess that the Council and Police will be targeting.

"Please remember that it is illegal to fail to clear up after your dog if it fouls on any land which is open to the air and to which the public has access.

"The penalty for contravening the act is a £50 fixed penalty fine. If the fine is not paid within 14 days, then this may lead to prosecution in a magistrates court with a maximum fine of a £1000."

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