Changes to the Dangerous Dogs act 1991 came into force in May 2014 - this included that all dog owners are responsible for the behaviour of their dog around other people and other animals. It also stated that it is against the law to let a dog be out of control in public places, private places and the owner's home.
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital Trust Standard Operating Procedure on Dog Bites has been written in conjunction with West Mercia Police, Shropshire Social Care and Telford & Wrekin Social Care and further information can be found in the documents on this webpage, as well as a seven minutes briefing for your agencies.