Future of roads minister, Lilian Greenwood, has visited the JCB Factory outside Derby for ‘National Pothole Day’ after the UK government announced a £1.6bn boost to fix Britain’s roads.
The minister will also meet with local leaders to discuss their plans for filling potholes to deliver safer, quicker and less costly journeys for all road users in Derbyshire.
This is part of the government’s plans to work more closely with local authorities.
The UK government has pledged £69bn of funding to councils across England to help them drive forward the government’s Plan for Change through investment and reform.
Future of roads minister Lilian Greenwood said: “Potholes are a clear sign of decline in our infrastructure and for too long roads like those in Derbyshire have been left in a state that endangers and costs road users.
“It’s time for change and we are investing £1.6bn to fix up to 7 million more potholes across England this year, including over £75m for the East Midlands Combined Authority.
“We’ll continue to engage with local leaders and industry to ensure innovations are being used to deliver roads the country deserves.”
Projects advancing road maintenance will be celebrated at the fourth annual CiTTi Awards on 26 November 2025 at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London. Visit www.cittiawards.co.uk to learn more about this unmissable event for the UK’s transportation sector – and to book your table!
