PEOPLE using Fingal’s parks and public spaces have been given a comprehensive guide to the new Park Bye Laws which relate to dog walking, barbecuing and use of sports facilities.
Fingal County Council launched the new bye laws at its Flavours of Fingal Festival in Donabate.
The new Park Bye Laws also inform users of where and when dogs are allowed to be off leash which allows parks and open spaces to be enjoyed by all who visit them.
They also inform users of what activities are prohibited in parks such as littering, taking drugs or alcohol and graffiti. The use of drones is also restricted.
Speaking at the launch, Senior Parks Superintendent at Fingal County Council, Kevin Halpenny, said: “The new Park Bye Laws have been created to reflect the needs of Fingal’s park users.
“The parks in Fingal are valued and enjoyed by people of all ages and backgrounds. The new bye laws aim to make parks and open spaces safer, cleaner and more enjoyable for everyone.”
Newly elected Mayor of Fingal Cllr Anthony Lavin said the parks and open spaces in the county are extremely important to the county’s culture, heritage and tourism.
“Their natural beauty attracts visitors from all over the country as well as Fingal residents,” he said.
“It is vital to implement user Bye Laws in order to preserve them so that future generations can continue to enjoy them.”Fingal County Council chief executive Paul Reid said the parks and open spaces in the county are a huge asset for Fingal County Council.
“It is essential that we protect these by keeping them clean and ensuring they are respected by all who visit them so that they can be enjoyed by the many park users,” said Mr Reid.