MP asks for feedback concerning potholes

Anthony Mangnall MP has launched a survey to hear from local residents about potholes and the state of our local roads.

Anthony Mangnall MP is asking local residents to fill in a short survey on his website to give their thoughts on potholes on their roads. 

You can find the survey here: www.anthonymangnall.co.uk/news/anthony-mangnall-mp-invites-you-have-your-say-about-potholes

Mr Mangnall led a debate in the House of Commons on Wednesday, 24 April, focussed on the "very important subject of Potholes and Highways Maintenance".

On his website, it states: "The state of Devon’s roads is a source of great frustration to local residents, as they are marked by potholes and broken surfaces. This is in part due to the atrocious weather that has persisted through 2024, including a cold snap and heavy rainfall.

"While the issue of road maintenance is devolved to local government, Anthony is acutely aware of the problems that face us when driving on our rural roads.

"The total cost to repair all of Devon’s roads is estimated to be over £200m. The reason for this high cost becomes clearer when you learn that a vast amount of our roads comprises only a thin layer of asphalt on top of the old cart roads of yesteryear. These thin filaments are not up to scratch and can deal with neither the weight nor volume of traffic."