‘In a rut’: cost of fixing pothole-plagued roads in England and Wales soars to £17bn

‘In a rut’: cost of fixing pothole-plagued roads in England and Wales soars to £17bn

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​Despite the government pledging extra funds and one hole being filled every 18 seconds, motoring groups say situation looks ‘bleak’ for driversThe cost of fully fixing the pothole-plagued local roads of England and Wales has reached a new high of almost £17bn, according to the latest industry report.The record sums required come despite increased government funds to target road repairs – and one pothole being filled every 18 seconds. Continue reading… 

Despite the government pledging extra funds and one hole being filled every 18 seconds, motoring groups say situation looks ‘bleak’ for drivers

The cost of fully fixing the pothole-plagued local roads of England and Wales has reached a new high of almost £17bn, according to the latest industry report.

The record sums required come despite increased government funds to target road repairs – and one pothole being filled every 18 seconds.

Continue reading… 

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