· The Conservative Government is investing a further £200 million to fix four million potholes across the country, improving road standards for drivers across our city and two counties.
· This funding builds on new figures that show Conservative-run councils repaired three times as many potholes on average as Labour councils did in the last year.
· The £200 million funding is in addition to the £2.7 billion investment already committed to improve local roads for millions of drivers across the country.
Rupert Matthews has welcomed £4,159,000 to fix £83,192 potholes across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland to improve road standards for drivers, saving them money on repairs, and making it easier to get to work and see family. The totals are made up of:
Leicester £580,000 to mend 11,600 potholes
Leicestershire £6884,000 to mend 137,680 potholes
Rutland $423,000 to mend 8,464 potholes
The Conservative Government are investing £200 million to fix four million potholes across England. This funding builds on the £2.7 billion of highways maintenance funding, already committed between tax years 2022-25.
New analysis shows Conservative-run councils repaired three times as many potholes on average as Labour-run councils did in the last year. This funding will ensure councils can continue to deliver this quality service for drivers across the country.
Commenting, Rupert Matthews said:
“People across our city and two counties should be able to get to work and to see friends and family without fear of damaging their vehicles due to poor quality roads.
“That is why I am delighted the Conservative Government is investing £4.1 million across our city and two counties to fix 83,192 potholes.
“This funding will not only improve the quality of people’s journey but will also make our roads safer for everyone who uses them.”
Commenting, Transport Secretary Mark Harper said:
“Potholes are a blight on Britain’s roads.
This latest round of funding shows we are committed to supporting all road users – from motorists to cyclists and bus passengers – and making journeys smoother and safer for all.”
