A dog owner has been prosecuted by Eden District Council for failing to keep his Border Collie under control.

Derek Sealby pleaded guilty to breaching a Community Protection Notice and was fined £274 at Carlisle Magistrates Court.

He was accused of persistently flouting the community protection notice by exercising his dog off the lead and without a muzzle.

That condition was imposed on Mr Sealby because his dog had a history of attacking and injuring other dogs when it was off the lead.

Councillor Judith Derbyshire said: "I hope that this case is a red flag to all irresponsible dog owners that Eden District Council will not hesitate to take action if they ignore the dog laws which are in force in all the towns and villages in our area.

“Responsible dog owners should also be reassured that Council officers will always act when there is good evidence available, in order that Eden District continues to be a safe and enjoyable place for a dog walk."

The man from Greystoke had been formally warned and had previously been the subject of enforcement action but his continued offending left the council with no alternative but to take him to court.