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Majority of Southend residents back a dog-friendly beach

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Wednesday, 17 February, 2021
Dog-friendly beach

A public consultation by Southend Borough Council has found a majority of residents back the idea of a dog-friendly beach in the town. 

It follows James' campaign for a review of the current blanket ban that bars dogs from all beaches during the summer months. 

His call for a year-round dog-friendly beach was backed by more than 1,000 people as well as the UK's largest dog charity, Dogs Trust. 

Now, the council says a majority of residents are in favour of the idea, with the findings of its consultation to be discussed at Cabinet next week. 

It includes a recommendation to undertake further research and discussions regarding a proposed dog-friendly beach.

James welcomed the announcement on Tuesday: 

The MP for Rochford and Southend East said: 

“I am pleased that a majority of residents have backed the idea of a dog-friendly beach in Southend. Other popular seaside towns are already doing it, and I think having a designated zone for responsible owners and their dogs to enjoy all year round would be a big boost and give Southend another positive selling point.”

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