FIVE people have been fined £50 for allowing their dogs to foul the streets and parks of Darlington.
The on-the-spot fixed penalty notices were issued by the borough council's team of uniformed wardens as part of a continuing crackdown on litter louts.
Launched in November, the anti-litter drive has seen more than 200 fines issued for littering, dog fouling, fly-tipping and rubbish being left in back lanes.
The campaign will be stepped up in the coming weeks when about 50 dog waste bins are installed across the town.
Terry Collins, assistant director of environmental services, said: "Residents have told us that the cleanliness of streets, pavements, parks and open spaces is a priority.
"The new dog waste bins will provide dog owners with more convenient, accessible facilities to dispose of dog waste and help keep our parks, open spaces and streets litter free."
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