Date set for A59 pothole repairs on Longton bypass roundabout near Tootsies Ice Cream
The busy route is cratered with potholes and some drivers have been swerving between lanes to avoid them.
A date has been set for pothole repairs on a busy route through South Ribble.
Lancashire County Council say repairs will be made to the A59 Longton Bypass on Saturday (April 25).
The road is cratered with potholes, notably the roundabout near Tootsies Ice Cream Parlour and Café, where drivers have been seen swerving between lanes to avoid damage to their vehicles.
How the Council prioritises potholes
A spokesman for Lancashire County Council said: “We know people are frustrated by the number of potholes after one of the wettest winters on record, which has caused widespread damage to road surfaces.
“All reported potholes are inspected and assessed on site, with defects prioritised based on the level of risk they pose to road users.
“Following inspection, those presenting the greatest safety concern are prioritised within our standard response times, and repairs are carried out where potholes meet our intervention criteria.
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The Council added: “Following a review of our inspection policy, changes to our highways response categories have been approved, focusing on five‑day and 20‑day repairs. This helps ensure response times are clear, realistic and applied consistently across the network.”
Compensation
If a pothole has caused damage to your vehicle, you can visit the council’s compensation scheme for advice on how to make a claim here.