A SHORTAGE of dog poo bags is causing a stink in Broughty Ferry.
Ferry councillor Laurie Bidwell says some of his constituents have been unable to pick up bags from their usual suppliers over recent weeks.
Others have been limited to small amounts, which has raised fears that the council is phasing out the supply of the bags in an effort to cut costs.
He has now warned the council to watch their step with any plans to save money by ending supplies of the green bag.
Mr Bidwell said: “A number of constituents have approached me to complain about the short supply of the council’s dog poo bags.
“Earlier this month these constituents tried the library and their vets and they were both out of stock.
“When they returned a few days later to the library on Queen Street, they were limited to one bundle of bags even though they own more than one dog.
“I have written to the director of environmental services, Ken Laing, and the convener of the environment committee, Councillor Craig Melville, to inquire why Broughty Ferry residents are losing out.
“I have also asked for reassurance that these shortages will be sorted out without further delay.”
Mr Bidwell said he has also pressed the convener and the director as to any plans for cutting back or even phasing out the dog waste bags.
Councillor Craig Melville said: “I would like to stress that we are committed to continuing the council’s successful policy of providing free dog poo bags to help in efforts to keep our city clean.
“The vast majority of dog owners in Dundee take responsibility for their pets and this is why the free bags prove to be very popular.
“I am pleased at this response from people across the city. There is no shortage of these bags in Dundee.”
awilson@thecourier.co.uk