The Isle of Wight Council’s warning of a man who’s apparently cashing in on new rules on dog ownership.
The Director of Environment and Neighbourhoods Stuart Love says a man claiming to be an official dog warden has been approaching dog walkers in parks in Ventnor, asking for them to pay an on-the-spot fine. The authority says he is not genuine and says council dog wardens wear full uniforms with the council logo and carry photo ID at all times. If you are unsure, the advice is to call the police.