NOT for the first time, Jamie Batten is making the headlines on our letters page today.
The bold Jamie has had enough of irresponsible dog owners who fail to clear up after their mutts, and he's urging anyone who spots the can't-be-bothered brigade to do their utmost to have them brought to book
Couldn't agree more, Jamie. Hardly a week goes by when we don't get a complaint in the office about the proliferation of dog mess in certain areas of the town.
There's a groundswell of opinion in Hawick that we need to be taking a far tougher line on offenders. And the £500 fine which Jamie quotes in his letter should certainly make dog owners think twice.
Interestingly, and contrary to popular belief, Jamie also states that evidence from two sources is not required to bring about a conviction. All you need to do is report the offender to the police, dog wardens or council. They'll do the rest.
Remember, we've tried asking the dog owners in question nicely, but they didn't take a blind bit of notice. So it's time to start hitting them where it hurts . . . in the pocket.
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