A primary school has been forced to close its school field thanks to selfish dog walkers.

Onchan Primary School’s headteacher Jo Richardson told pupils’ parents: ’Unfortunately due to the amount of dog poo which is on the school field we are unable to use it for break and lunchtime until it is thoroughly cleaned.

’I find it totally unacceptable that people are allowing their pets to foul a school field which is used as part of the school day.

’To reiterate, dogs are not allowed on school premises at all unless it is part of the curriculum and by prior arrangement with myself.’

She added that she was also concerned for any children who play out on the field during the evenings or weekend who may come into contact with the faeces.