URGENT ACTION REQUIRED

The number of incidents of dog owners failing to clear up after their pets is on the increase. It is also apparent that St Martins churchyard is a particular 'hot spot' for this anti-social behaviour. Indeed the situation has become so bad that there is a very real danger that the village grass cutting contractor will refuse to work in that particular location for health and safety reasons – it is totally unacceptable for them to have to tolerate being sprayed with dog mess when they are strimming around headstones and footpath edges! Unless we can persuade dog owners to clean up after their pets the churchyard grass will no longer be cut! We know that the condition of the churchyard is of great importance to those wishing to spend time visiting the graves of their departed relatives and that any cessation of its upkeep will undoubtably be both unwanted and upsetting. So could we please remind dog owners to clear up after their pets so that other people can visit not only the churchyard but also any of the other recreational areas located around the village. There are numerous dog bins located throughout the village so there really is no excuse for you not to use them. Please do remember to clear up after your pet so that we can all enjoy and appreciate the village - the actions of a few are spoiling it for the many!

We look forward to your cooperation.

Thank You