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Road Maintenance
24 March 2025
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Transport
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses measures to boost road maintenance funding and improve the accountability of local highway authorities in England.
Action Requested
Local highway authorities are required to publish a report by June detailing their efforts to improve roads, with non-compliance leading to reduced funding. Additionally, a £4.8 billion interim settlement is provided for National Highways to maintain and enhance the strategic road network.
Key Facts
- Local highway authorities will receive an additional £500 million in funding for the 2025/26 financial year.
- Authorities must publish a report by June detailing spending on highway maintenance, road conditions, pothole repairs, and measures to minimize utility company disruptions.
- Failure to comply fully with reporting requirements means authorities will forfeit 25% of their funding uplift.
- A £4.8 billion interim settlement is provided for National Highways to maintain the strategic road network.
- The current Road Investment Strategy expires in March 2025, and a new multi-year strategy is planned.
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