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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Neil Lancefield

New system allows drivers to see how badly their council is tackling potholes

The pothole map of England - (Gov.UK)

Motorists across England can now scrutinise their local council's efforts in tackling potholes, following the introduction of a new traffic light rating system.

The Department for Transport (DfT) has unveiled a mapping tool assigning red, amber, or green ratings to 154 local highway authorities. These classifications are based on the state of local roads and how efficiently government road maintenance funding is being utilised.

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