Strict ban across UK beaches now in force that could see you slapped with £1,000 fine.. check which spots are exempt

HUNDREDS of UK beaches are now subject to new dog rules rolled out last week, with some beaches banning dogs entirely until autumn.

Owners could face hefty fines of up to £1,000 if caught flouting the rules.

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The dog bans took effect on May 1 and will remain in force until September.

The crackdown aims to keep beaches clean and safe during the busy summer season –...