The London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, like other councils, has wide powers to make byelaws in relation to a range of areas under its control. Generally, byelaws seek to uphold good order, government and public health.
Byelaws for parks and open spaces are made by the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham under section 164 of the Public Health Act 1875, section 15 of the Open Spaces Act 1906 and/or sections 12 and 15 of the Open Spaces Act 1906 and Section 41 of the Countryside Act 1968.
Any person offending against the byelaws is liable to conviction and a fine not exceeding level 2 (Maximum £500) on the standard scale.
Foraging Policy for Barking & Dagenham Country Parks and Nature Reserves
Please observe the following guidelines for sustainable foraging, in order to balance the enjoyment of foraging with the need to protect the natural resources that wildlife depends upon.