"The cost of bringing pothole-plagued local roads in England and Wales up to scratch would be an estimated £18.6 billion and it could take 12 years to clear despite an increase in funding."
"Angered by unmet promises made to voters, Mr Pothole - real name Mark Morrell - has written a poem entitled Hypocrisy on the Highway in which he notes 'once the ballots are all cast, their urgency fades - shockingly fast' after the 'pledges quietly derail'."
"Morrell, who talks about 'pothole Britain', advised councillors to get on top of the detail, be upfront about the scale of the challenge and outline a realistic plan should they win power."
Potholes are a significant issue for voters in the upcoming English local elections, ranking alongside cost of living and health services. Damage to vehicles and safety risks for cyclists and pedestrians highlight the importance of road maintenance. Councils face an estimated £18.6 billion cost to repair roads, with a projected 12-year timeline for completion. Public frustration is evident, as seen in Mark Morrell's poem criticizing unfulfilled political promises regarding road upkeep. He emphasizes the need for transparency and realistic planning from elected officials.
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