Repairing potholes in Somerset has become a daunting task, often compared to the futile effort of darning a pair of fishnet tights. With the county’s roads suffering from extensive wear and tear, maintenance crews face ongoing challenges as new potholes appear almost as quickly as old ones are fixed. The relentless cycle of damage is driven by harsh weather conditions and increasing traffic, causing the road network to deteriorate at an alarming rate.
Local authorities are struggling to keep up with the scale of the problem, highlighting the limitations of traditional repair methods. The metaphor of mending fishnet tights captures the frustration perfectly—patching one hole only to have another appear nearby. This underscores the need for more sustainable and long-term solutions to Somerset’s road issues before conditions worsen further.