Petition launched over Cornwall's new dog beach bans
Almost 800 people have signed a petition opposing reducing restrictions on dogs on Cornwall's beaches.
Currently around 48 Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs) are in place at around 15% of beaches in Cornwall.
These limit when dogs can be exercised at different resorts but the restrictions vary considerably.
At the moment many beaches across the county allow dogs between 10am and 6pm. Taking your dog on a beach outside these permitted times could currently lead to a £100 fine.
However, the new petition claims there will no longer be any dog-free beaches left in Cornwall.
Council officers will monitor the effect of these changes, and it is proposed that a review take place following the 2020 summer period in order to assess their impact.
The council say the new rules are a result of a public consultation.