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With \u00a38.3bn in HS2 funding to be redirected towards resolving the pothole crisis, there are calls for an accompanying long-term strategy<\/h2>\n

After the Manchester leg of HS2 was cancelled earlier this month<\/a>, a government report on Network North<\/a> has revealed that a quarter of the \u00a336bn saved will be allocated to pothole funding.<\/p>\n

The AA found that between April 2018 to June 2021, there were over 1.5m potholes<\/a> on local roads reported to 51 UK councils. As these figures did not include motorways or major roads, it is likely the number of potholes across the UK is significantly higher.<\/p>\n

A long-term maintenance roadmap solution is needed<\/h3>\n

Dave Sanders, head of technical sales Wrekin Products<\/a>, has called for more support and guidance in addition to the increased funding allocation, to ensure the money is not wasted.<\/p>\n

Dave said: \u201cUnless there is a real push for long-term pothole repair solutions instead of quick fixes, then we will not be able to solve the pothole crisis \u2013 no matter how much budget is allocated. We\u2019re seeing a growing number of local authorities unhappy with the approach of patch repairing already subpar pothole repair works, but this is happening far too often.\u201d<\/p>\n

Understanding repair options means the pothole funding will be applied in the most effective way<\/h3>\n

He believes that more guidance surrounding how potholes are formed and the innovative solutions available<\/a> will allow more local authorities to address the root causes properly.<\/p>\n

Dave continued: \u201cOther underlying causes of potholes include road ironwork failures and this needs to be addressed. Potholes will form when weaknesses exist in the road surface, potentially from surfacing joints, remedial works, or the use of poor-quality materials.<\/p>\n

“Fitting a piece of ironwork in a road can create a potential weakness, as well as the cuts in the road needed to remove ironwork. Replacement or repair of ironwork also poses an increased risk.<\/p>\n

\u201cSelecting robust systems with the correct, appropriate materials can reduce the potential for surface weakness. Durable ironwork that is sympathetic to its bedding materials and surrounding environment is key to preventing potholes.\u201d<\/p>\n

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