Rugby Player Hospitalised After Pitch Contamination

Tondu RFC player Adam Lang hospitalised after cut got infected by dog faeces on Pandy Park pitch. Raises safety concerns for players and children.

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A rugby player needed hospital care because of an infection from dog poo on the pitch. This is more serious than just a dirty field.

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Carmarthenshire sports clubs urged to help tackle dog-related anti-social behaviour on pitches

The initiative comes in response to growing concerns from clubs and communities about the impact of dog fouling on playing surfaces, with reports of health risks and disrupted matches across the county.

The Evidence Gathering Toolkit, first launched in November 2024 in partnership with Town and Community Councils, allows clubs to record the frequency and severity of incidents affecting their pitches. The data will help the Council assess the scale of the problem and inform potential updates to Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPOs).

The toolkit is designed specifically for marked sports pitches, not general park areas, and aims to support targeted action where needed.

Cllr Edward Thomas, Cabinet Member for Transport, Waste and Infrastructure Services, said: “We know how important our sports pitches are to local communities across Carmarthenshire. Dog fouling not only creates unpleasant conditions but also poses real health risks to players and young people using these facilities.

“This toolkit gives clubs a practical way to record and report issues so we can take informed action where needed. I encourage all clubs experiencing problems to get involved. Your input is vital in helping us keep these spaces clean, safe, and fit for purpose.”

Several clubs have already begun using the toolkit, and the Council is now expanding the campaign to ensure all sports clubs across Carmarthenshire have the opportunity to take part.

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