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Drainage upgrades ended flooding on Buttercross Lane as of Feb. 8, with long-term fixes in progress amid criticism of past construction and staffing shortfalls.
A major flooding issue on Buttercross Lane in Witney, Oxfordshire, is being resolved after drainage upgrades—including three new holes and two drain covers—prevented flooding as of February 8, despite ongoing challenges elsewhere.
Local officials praised the progress, with MP Charlie Maynard and councillor Thomas Ashby highlighting the work as a key priority.
Long-term solutions are under development through surveys and design work, with strict requirements for flood safety and sustainability.
Officials stressed the need for robust drainage systems amid plans for 18,000 new homes, criticizing past oversights during 2017 construction and current staffing gaps in monitoring compliance.
The developer faces a £400,000 debt, and broader road improvements now include flood mitigation.
Las mejoras de drenaje terminaron con las inundaciones en Buttercross Lane a partir del 8 de febrero, con arreglos a largo plazo en curso en medio de críticas por la construcción pasada y la escasez de personal.