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flag UK pothole claims rose 90% in three years, but most were denied due to lack of proof.

flag In the UK, pothole compensation claims increased by 90% over a three-year period, reaching 53,015 in 2024, with notable increases in Derbyshire, Glasgow, and Oxfordshire. flag Only 26% of claims resulted in payouts averaging £390—below the estimated £590 repair cost—despite a 6% decline from 2023. flag 99% of claims were rejected by many councils because there was not enough proof. flag While some councils reported a decline in claims following significant surface improvements, the government confirmed a £7.3 billion road investment spread over four years to transition from reactive to proactive maintenance.

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