Update: July 2025
The matter is now in the Agenda which can be viewed and downloaded at https://democracy.brighton-
Here’s the link to the Petition itself.
The background to this issue is that the fenced area in the middle of Blakers Park WAS designated as dog-free for more than 50 years after local parents had asked the Council to make this a safe space for young children to play.
This 1970’s request was granted because dog poo leaves toxic traces harmful to humans and the Council then put up ‘ No Dog’ signs.
In 2023 the dog free status bylaw was queried by a member of the public. Its designation was checked by the Council and as no record was found they removed the signs.
We as Friends of Blakers Park were not informed by the Council but when the signs disappeared we made several attempts to find out what was going on and how the dog free status might be reinstated.
Many members of our community – including dog lovers like ourselves – are unhappy about dogs being allowed to enter this area because it had been known as ‘dog free’ for so many years.
This is why we have urged the Council, backed by our Councillors, for a speedy solution by returning this to its former status.
Meanwhile we ask that everyone keep the area as clean and safe as possible.
Friends of Blakers Park