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Call for Pothole Prevention Training Amid Declining Road Maintenance

9/11/2025

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The RAC and RSTA call on the UK government to require pothole prevention training for councils.
They highlight low-cost preventative maintenance as a way to prolong road life.
Government data reveals that half of local highway authorities in England skipped preventative maintenance in 2023/24.
Only 34 million square meters of preventative treatments were applied in 2023, indicating a decline.
The organizations stress that training can enhance decision-making and optimize the £6.4 billion road investment.

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Story summary

The RAC and RSTA call on the UK government to require pothole prevention training for councils.
They highlight low-cost preventative maintenance as a way to prolong road life.
Government data reveals that half of local highway authorities in England skipped preventative maintenance in 2023/24.
Only 34 million square meters of preventative treatments were applied in 2023, indicating a decline.
The organizations stress that training can enhance decision-making and optimize the £6.4 billion road investment.