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Plans for year-round dog ban on Rhos-on-Sea beach scaled back to seasonal restriction
Overview
Following public backlash, protests, and a consultation where about 65% of respondents opposed the measure, Conwy councillors have voted to scale back plans for a year-round dog ban on a section of Rhos-on-Sea beach. Instead, the restriction will apply seasonally from 1 May to 30 September, subject to final cabinet approval. Mandatory rules requiring owners to clean up dog waste, carry waste bags, and keep dogs out of children's play areas and school grounds remain in place.
Key points
- Plans for a year-round dog ban on the Cayley Promenade section of Rhos-on-Sea beach have been revised following public protests and consultations.
- Conwy councillors voted for a seasonal restriction from 1 May to 30 September, pending final cabinet approval.
- A public consultation drew thousands of responses, with roughly 65% opposed to a year-round ban and 34% in favour.
- Critics argued the ban could negatively impact tourism and the local economy, while supporters raised concerns about dog fouling.
- Mandatory rules requiring owners to clean up dog waste immediately, carry waste bags, and exclude dogs from children's play areas and school grounds were also approved.