toggle menuMENU Why are these dog control PSPO restrictions necessary? Question:Why are these dog control PSPO restrictions necessary?Answer: While the majority of dog walkers are responsible, unfortunately there is an irresponsible minority who don’t pick up after their dog or allow their dogs to run out of control. The restrictions are designed to ensure that all Tower Hamlets residents and visitors can enjoy our public spaces. Some people may feel scared and intimidated by dogs. This can particularly be the case around children or if walking groups of dogs. We consulted widely on introducing dog control PSPO over the summer in 2024. Responses showed support for the introduction of the PSPO to address safety concerns and disruptive behaviour, including uncontrolled dog walking and dog fouling.