Views from the public are being sought over the introduction of three new dog control orders which would cover public spaces in the district.

Bradford Council is asking people to fill out a questionnaire which asks people in what public places should dogs be on a lead or banned from altogether.

Options being considered include: * banning dogs from fenced-in play areas, enclosed skate parks and enclosed multi-use games areas * ruling that dogs must be kept on a lead in cemeteries and crematoria and certain ornamental garden areas * and requiring owners to put their dog on a lead if asked by an authorised officer, such as a Council warden or Police Community Support Officer.

Other organisations, such as parish councils, housing associations and companies such as Yorkshire Water, will also be asked for their views.

It follows the introduction of three dog control orders in the district last year.

The first relates to dog fouling and applies to all open land which the public has access to.

The remaining two relate to the City Park and ban dogs from the mirror pool and fountain, and require dogs to be on a lead in the wider park.

Officers from the Council's environmental health service were asked to consider whether the district would benefit from any other types of dog control orders.

Councillor Andrew Thornton, executive member for environment, sport and sustainability, said: “We want to know what the public thinks of these new wider ranging options.

“I would urge people to have a look at the questionnaire, fill it in and help us to find the best way forward.”

A version of the survey is available at bradford.gov.uk /dco. For a paper copy, please call the Council’s environmental health office on (01274) 433927. Questionnaires must be returned by Friday, August 17. Breaching an order would lead to an on-the-spot penalty or maximum £1,000 court fine. Council wardens and PCSOs would be responsible for enforcement. The orders would come into force from January.