HAVING lived for many years in Ewood, I am concerned about the big increase in irresponsible dog owners in the area.

We now have two new estates in Oakdale and Fernhurst Farm and I know that some use Bolton Road as part of a circular walk back to their homes.

In the years I have lived on Bolton Road, Blackburn, I have never seen a dog warden patrol on foot, but only a fleeting glance as they pass in a van.

I have recently had to remove dog dirt from in front of my garden gate and also in front of my rear gate, and I am quite annoyed about having to do so.

These people should fear prosecution, they are a disgrace.

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