Government announces £6bn to end ‘blight of potholes’23 December 2014

The government has announced today (23 December) that £6 billion is being made available to tackle potholes and local road improvements between 2015 and 2021.

The sum was first revealed in June 2013, but today's announcement, from transport secretary Patrick McLoughlin, details the 115 English local authorities that will receive the lion's share of the fund (£4.7 billion).

The investment amounts to £976 million a year – enough to fix 18 million potholes across the country, according to the government.

The minister said the funding would "put an end to short-term fixes".

Councils will also be able to bid for a share of a further £575 million to help repair and maintain local highway infrastructure, such as junctions, bridges and street lighting.

It was also announced today that £578 million has been set aside for an incentive fund scheme which will start in 2016 to reward councils that demonstrate they are delivering value for money in carrying out cost-effective improvements.

Author
Laura Cork

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