A £5 million investment in road improvements across Bath & North East Somerset is set to begin, focusing on enhancing the condition and safety of local highways. This extensive programme includes resurfacing of footways with a dedicated budget of £950,000, alongside maintenance and upgrades to street lights, drains, public rights of way, and bridges.
The resurfacing works will continue from now until the end of summer, strategically timed to avoid the challenges presented by cold and wet weather conditions, which can impede resurfacing efforts.
Councillor Lucy Hodge, Cabinet Member for Sustainable Transport Delivery, emphasized the council’s commitment: “Residents expect well-maintained roads, and we are delivering on this through planned programmes like these, complemented by responsive maintenance such as pothole repairs and regular inspections.”
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Highlighting the urgency of these works, Councillor Hodge added, “Winter weather often causes rapid pothole formation due to wet and cold conditions. Our highways teams have been working tirelessly, repairing 3,790 potholes since January—a five-year record.”
Below is the full schedule of planned road resurfacing schemes to keep residents informed and prepared for upcoming works.