Decision details

The purpose of this report is to recommend that the Council exercises its powers as contained within the Anti-Social Behaviour Crime & Policing Act 2014 to extend the current Dog PSPO for a further 3 years.

Cabinet agreed:

1.  That the Current PSPO is extended for a further 3 years until 2026;

2.  To delegate any minor amendment of the PSPO to the Chief Executive.

PSPOs are a valuable tool to allow councils and partners to tackle behaviours that can have a detrimental effect on the quality of life of those in the locality. The Thanet dog PSPO which has been in place since 2017 is an important aspect in maintaining quality of cleanliness on Thanet’s beaches, and protection of our coastline, cemeteries and playgrounds. The order has helped protect the diversity of bird populations and wildlife at Pegwell Bay. The current PSPO is effective and should therefore continue unchanged.

• To amend the recommendations and then approve them. This alternative was not considered suitable as the restriction of activities is proportionate to the issues presented. 

• To reject the proposed order and recommendations. This alternative was not considered suitable as the application for the order meets the legal and consultative requirements.