Press Release
Wednesday 19th April 2023
Daniel Kawczynski MP Welcomes £3,662,000 to Fix 73,240 Potholes, Improving Day-to-Day Journeys and Growing the Economy in Shrewsbury and Atcham
- The Conservative Government is investing a further £200 million to fix four million potholes across the country, improving road standards for drivers in Shrewsbury and Atcham.
- This funding builds on new figures that show Conservative-run councils repaired three times as many potholes on average as Labour councils did in the last year.
- The £200 million funding is in addition to the £2.7 billion investment already committed to improving local roads for millions of drivers across the country.
Daniel Kawczynski MP has welcomed £3,662,000 to fix 73,240 potholes across Shropshire to improve road standards for drivers, saving them money on repairs, and making it easier to get to work and see family.
The Conservative Government are investing £200 million to fix four million potholes across England. This funding builds on the £2.7 billion of highways maintenance funding, already committed between tax years 2022-25.
New analysis shows Conservative-run councils repaired three times as many potholes on average as Labour-run councils did in the last year. This funding will ensure councils can continue to deliver this quality service for drivers across the country.
Commenting, Daniel Kawczynski MP said:
‘People in Shrewsbury and Atcham should be able to get to work and to see friends and family without fear of damaging their vehicles due to poor quality roads.
‘That is why I am delighted the Conservative Government is investing £3,662,000 across Shropshire to fix 73,240 potholes.
‘This funding will not only improve the quality of people’s journey but will also make our roads safer for everyone who uses them.’
Commenting, Transport Secretary Mark Harper said:
‘Potholes are a blight on Britain’s roads.
‘This latest round of funding shows we are committed to supporting all road users – from motorists to cyclists and bus passengers – and making journeys smoother and safer for all.’
ENDS
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