Chris Seeks Damage Claims For Potholes From Councils

DE Transport TQs 21Mar24

Chris Seeks Damage Claims For Potholes From Councils

Photo of Christopher ChopeChristopher Chope Conservative, Christchurch

My Highways Act 1980 (Amendment) Bill, which is due to have its Second Reading tomorrow, would make it easier for motorists to make claims against local authorities for damage caused to their cars by neglect of road maintenance and by potholes. Why are the Government not supporting my Bill?

Photo of Guy OppermanGuy Opperman Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Department for Transport)

I shall be the duty Minister tomorrow, and I look forward to dealing with this matter.

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