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flag Worcestershire councillor pushes to end £30M private road contract, citing inefficiency and profit over public need.

flag A Worcestershire councillor is pushing for the county to reclaim road maintenance from private operator Ringway, a subsidiary of French firm VINCI, arguing the £30 million-a-year contract has been inefficient and prioritizes profits over public needs. flag Councillor Richard Udall says returning services to public control could save money and reinvest funds locally, especially as the current contract nears renewal. flag While the council states all options are routinely reviewed, no decision has been made.

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