Public Consultation - Proposals to vary existing PSPO

Dover District Council is seeking the views of residents, businesses, and community groups throughout the District on proposals to vary the existing PSPO for the remainder of its term. Proposed changes are as follows:  

• Rewording of Part 5 – “Consumption of Alcohol in Public Places” to clarify where the restrictions apply.  

• Extension of Dogs on Lead area at Cowdray Square, Deal to cover Childrens Play Area.  

• Addition of a dog exclusion area within the enclosed children’s play area at Woodnesborough Village Hall Green, Elmwood Park, Woodnesborough, Kent. 

We are therefore holding a public consultation on our proposals which will run from 12th September 2023 until the 24th October 2023. 

A copy of our proposed order can be found by clicking on the link below. 

• Proposal document
• Summary of proposed variations

To view our maps in regard to these variations being proposed please follow the links below: 

• Consumption of Alcohol in Public Places - Dover District Council Area
• Cowdray Square, Deal 
• Woodnesborough Village Hall Green 

How do I have my say on the Council’s proposals?  

If you wish to comment on any part of our proposed PSPO, please use the below link which will take you to our online consultation form.  Here, you can submit your comments for the relevant area of the proposed PSPO. It is advised you read our proposal documents before submitting your comments. 

Public Space Protection Order Consultation Form 

Alternatively You can submit your comments in the post by writing to the following address: 

PUBLIC SPACES PROTECTION ORDER CONSULTATION 

Community Services 
Dover District Council 
White Cliffs Business Park 
Dover CT16 3PJ