Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Decision Made

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: July 24, 2025

Purpose: Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs) are intended to deal with a particular nuisance or problem in a specific area that is detrimental to the local community’s quality of life, by imposing conditions on the use of that area.  We are seeking residents’ views and experiences to help assess whether a ‘Dogs on Leads’ order is needed to ensure The Grove park in Royal Tunbridge Wells remains a safe and welcoming space for all users.

Content: RESOLVED – That the proposed Public Spaces Protection Order to require dogs be kept on leads in The Grove Park be approved for public consultation.   REASON FOR DECISION:  The consultation will allow the Council to determine whether current behaviour was having a detrimental, persistent and/or unreasonable impact on the quality of life of those in the locality.