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Closed Introduce new law requiring 'hazardous potholes' be identified and repaired

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We want the Government to create new legislation that defines and requires local authorities to identify 'hazardous potholes', which pose a particular risks to motorists and their vehicles, and creates new requirements for local authorities to repair these in a durable fashion.

It's crucial for the Government to require local authorities to uphold their responsibility of ensuring road safety, just as drivers maintain their vehicles for themselves and others. Hazardous potholes have damaged countless vehicles and placed undue burden on drivers striving to comply with regulations and secure roads. Immediate action must be taken to address this critical issue and prioritize public safety. We believe current legislation and obligations on local authorities are insufficient.

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    Potholes and highway maintenance: MP wants to hear from you

    On Wednesday 24 April, Anthony Mangnall MP will lead a debate in Parliament on pothole repairs and highway maintenance.

    To inform the debate, he would like to hear about your experiences of potholes and their impact. He may quote your contribution directly during his debate.

    Find out more and share your experience with him by midday on Tuesday 23 April:

    Videos of the debate, the transcript of what was said, and other relevant material will be accessible after the debate on the webpage above.

    What are Westminster Hall debates?

    Westminster Hall is the second Chamber of the House of Commons.

    Westminster Hall debates give MPs an opportunity to raise local or national issues and receive a response from a government minister. Any MP can take part in a Westminster Hall debate.

    Debates in Westminster Hall take place on ‘general debate' motions expressed in neutral terms. These motions are worded ‘That this House has considered [a specific matter]'. This means that Westminster Hall debates don’t end in a vote on a particular action or decision.

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