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Lake District: New Fines for Campfires & Litter
23 Jan
Summary
- Nine public space protection orders proposed for Lake District sites.
- Fines up to £100 for environmental damage, fires, or littering.
- Public consultation open until February 9 regarding proposed orders.
Nine public space protection orders (PSPOs) are being proposed for various Lake District locations by Westmorland and Furness Council, aiming to curb anti-social behaviour. These measures would allow officers to fine individuals up to £100 for actions such as environmental damage, lighting fires or barbecues, and littering. The council initiated a public consultation due to persistent issues reported by residents.
The proposed orders target areas including Galava Roman Fort, Ambleside, Haweswater Reservoir, and parts of Windermere and Ullswater. These sites are managed by various entities, including the National Trust and Lake District National Park. Friends of the Lake District charity highlighted that fly-camping and associated anti-social behaviour have led residents to feel unsafe and unable to enjoy their local landscapes.
The public consultation period for these proposed PSPOs will conclude on February 9. This initiative aims to address significant visual and health impacts experienced by local Cumbrian residents, particularly ahead of the main tourism season, following heightened tensions and social media reports in the previous year.
