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£1.6 Billion Boost for Local Highways in Autumn Budget

12/2/2025

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The Autumn 2024 Budget allocates nearly £1.6 billion for local highways maintenance in England for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, increasing by £500 million from the previous year.
The funding includes a new incentive element to promote sustainable asset management practices among local authorities.
Councils must publish pothole data to unlock additional funding as part of a broader strategy to improve road conditions.

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Story summary

The Autumn 2024 Budget allocates nearly £1.6 billion for local highways maintenance in England for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, increasing by £500 million from the previous year.
The funding includes a new incentive element to promote sustainable asset management practices among local authorities.
Councils must publish pothole data to unlock additional funding as part of a broader strategy to improve road conditions.