§ 51. Mr. Russellasked the Minister of Transport how many roads have been designated by local authorities under Section 220 of the Road Traffic Act, 1960, as roads upon which it is illegal to take an unled dog; and what steps are taken to bring to the notice of dog owners the making of an order with regard to any particular road.
§ Mr. MarplesSince last November it has not been necessary for orders under Section 220 to be confirmed by the Minister. So I could not say without inquiry of all local authorities how many roads are now designated under this section. A local authority must publish in the local Press its intention to make an order, and exhibit copies of this advertisement on or near the roads concerned. After the order has been made it must also be published and signs must be erected so that people using the road clearly know that dogs must be kept on a lead.