More than 11 million drivers were affected by potholes last year, with the resulting vehicle damage costing the country a staggering £1.2 billion. That’s according to a study by Kwik Fit.
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Long-lasting repairs to stop potholes
Utility companies could be better held to account for poor road repairs that cause potholes or dangerous road surfaces.
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Government funds technological trials to help future proof roads
Government to provide £23 million for research and trials on new surface materials or pothole repair techniques.
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New roads should prioritise cyclists and pedestrians
Pedestrians, cyclists and public transport should be given priority over cars when roads are built or upgraded, to encourage more physical activity, the NICE the UK’s health watchdog has said.
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More than half a million potholes reported to councils last year
More than half a million potholes were reported by members of the public to local authorities for repair last year, according to new research.
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Pothole compensation has quadrupled this year
This year has seen the amount of compensation paid out for pothole damage quadruple compared with last year’s figures.
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Work to create a toll-free journey on Severn Bridge starts this Friday
Work by Highways England to create a toll-free journey for drivers heading into Wales will start on Friday 14 December.
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Government stockpiling salt in readiness for harsh winter weather
The government is already stockpiling road salt in case the harsh winter conditions seen earlier this year return at the beginning of 2019.
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8 in 10 drivers struggle with ‘badly designed’ box junctions
Eight out of ten motorists will “struggle” to get through so-called ‘yellow box’ junctions without stopping, according to a new study.
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More than half of UK drivers don’t recognise the roundabout sign
A survey conducted by the UK’s largest independent road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, found that many drivers have a real lack of awareness of the rules of the road, putting themselves and others in danger.
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Pothole plague causes twice as many breakdowns as 12 years ago
Potholes continue to plague motorists, as the RAC’s breakdown statistics suggest that the scarred streets are causing twice as many mechanical failures than they did 12 years ago.
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