THE council has finally decided to get tough with dog-owners who don’t clean up after their pets, but let's not forget that it was this council that sacked most of the dog wardens several years ago and why our pavements and parks are now in such a disgusting mess.

Don't bother with a £50 ticket, take irresponsible owners to court and fine them the maximum £1,000, and if they can't or won’t pay send in the bailiffs.

Then finally name and shame them in the newspapers so we all know who they are.

If you have a pet then you're responsible for its feeding and well-being and that includes cleaning up.

Andy Jamieson, Moreton.