CURBS on dog walking, drinking and public anti-social behaviour are being brought in by the council.

Westmorland and Furness Council said it was bringing in new legal orders to prevent certain behaviours that 'negatively impact public space'.

New Public Space Protection Orders for the area - agreed by the council cabinet - will regulate introduce 'necessary' restrictions in public spaces, including designated dog control areas, alcohol regulation zone, and restricted access areas for vehicles and unauthorised structures, the council says.

A PSPO is a tool available to local authorities under the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 which helps to address the impact of Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) and make sure that it does not have a detrimental effect to the local community’s quality of life, according to the council.

The orders are intended to help ensure that people can use and enjoy public spaces and are kept safe from anti-social behaviour.

The council said the new regulations were developed in consultation with police, community groups and residents, who 'voiced strong support for measures that promote responsible behaviour and preserve the quality of life across Westmorland and Furness'. 

Councillor Judith Derbyshire, Westmorland and Furness Council Cabinet Member for Housing and Customer Services, said: “Our priority is ensuring Westmorland and Furness remains a safe, welcoming environment for everyone.

"As a council we are well placed to handle concerns around anti-social behaviour and PSPOs allow us to safeguard our communities whilst upholding the quality of our public spaces.

“Thank you to everyone who took the time to share their views through our recent consultation and to all our partners, including the Police, for their support and contributions to these new Public Space Protection Orders.

“We’re committed to working with local partners to not only enforce these rules but also to educate and engage with our communities.

"Through this collaborative approach, we aim to create safer, more enjoyable spaces for residents and visitors alike.”

The new orders replace previous ones covering the Barrow borough and South Lakeland council areas.