Transport Scotland has responded to a recent Freedom of Information request on the subject of information and clarification regarding road maintenance, environmental enforcement, and the wider impacts of deteriorating road conditions on the public.

The FOI request centred on Transport Scotland’s views on the impact that deteriorating road conditions and potholes are having on vehicle damage, road safety, and associated costs to citizens across Glasgow and indeed Scotland as a whole.

The government body replied:

“Transport Scotland (TS) recognises the concerns raised regarding deteriorating road conditions and the impact potholes can have on vehicle damage, road safety, and costs to road users. The safety of the travelling public is our priority, and we operate a robust inspection and maintenance regime across the trunk road network to ensure defects are identified and repaired within agreed timescales.

“It is important to note that the vast majority of roads in Glasgow and across Scotland are the responsibility of local authorities, who manage their own inspection and repair programmes. The Scottish Government provides significant annual funding to councils to support the maintenance of local roads, and it is for each authority to determine how best to allocate these resources.

“TS continues to invest in the trunk road network to improve resilience and reduce the need for reactive repairs. TS also work closely with our operating companies to monitor condition trends and ensure that any issues with potential safety implications are addressed promptly.

“TS will continue to support local authorities through funding, guidance, and collaboration, while maintaining our own network to national standards to minimise disruption, reduce long term costs, and safeguard all road users.”

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