Poorly maintained roads in the UK are causing misery daily for road users, creating delays, diversions and adding to already high costs for businesses, according to the Road haulage Association (RHA).
RHA Policy Lead, James Barwise said: “We need to see urgent action to find solutions. That means local authorities equipped with the latest technology and training for longer lasting and more cost-effective road maintenance. We urge DfT to work with local decision-makers to fast-track this process.”
“These numbers further highlight the often short-term and temporary nature of repairs happening across the country. Earlier this year, we called on local authorities to allocate and ring-fence pothole funding for long-term and permanent fixes. Today we repeat our call.
“We welcome recent assurances from the Government, but it’s obvious that much more needs to be done, faster to deliver a road network fit for a modern economy, and one which drivers deserve.”
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