The current ban of all dogs on Penarth seafront between 1 May and 30 September is set to be removed.

If approved during a full Vale of Glamorgan Council meeting on Monday (8 March), the decision will allow dogs on the beach all year round.

"This is great news if it goes ahead," a dog walker told Nub News. "Mine loves playing in the water, especially in the summer."

Dog walking has been prohibited on the beach since 2019, when a Public Spaces Protection Order was imposed following complaints of irresponsible dog ownership and a lengthy consultation.

If the Council approves the motion on Monday, dogs will be allowed on the beach unleashed.

Dog owners will still be expected to clear up their pet's faeces.

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The dog ban in place on Cold Knap beach in Barry will also be rescinded.

However, a "Dogs on leads" control will be introduced on Penarth Pier, on the Esplanade, and in parks where children's play areas are not fenced.

A Vale of Glamorgan spokesperson told Nub News:

"The Knap and Penarth are not considered bathing beaches so there isn't considered to be a need to ban dogs in the summer."