05/05/2026
🚗SMOOTH ROADS AHEAD: LIBERAL DEMOCRATS LEAD THE WAY ON ROAD MAINTENANCE
Across the country, residents are feeling the impact of crumbling roads - but in the places where Liberal Democrats are responsible for maintaining highways, communities are seeing real results.
While the national road network faces a growing backlog, Lib Dem‑run councils are showing what effective, proactive road management looks like.
The latest Department for Transport (DfT) Road Maintenance Ratings are out, and the results are crystal clear: Liberal Democrats lead 4 of the top-rated councils in England for road quality!
✨THE ROAD QUALITY LEADERS: OUR TOP PERFORMERS
The DfT ratings look at everything from surface condition, repair speed to spend. Out of the top-performing councils in England, Lib Dem leadership stood out.
💫Gloucestershire (Liberal Democrat) Delivering major improvements across a massive rural & urban network.
💫Portsmouth (Liberal Democrat)
Keeping the city moving with efficient, high-tech maintenance in a busy coastal environment.
💫West Berkshire (Liberal Democrat) – Focused on sustainable, long-term repairs that actually last.
💫Wiltshire (Liberal Democrat)
Proving that even the largest county networks can be managed effectively with the right leadership.
Source: Department for Transport (DfT) - Local Authority Road Maintenance Ratings.
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/how-well-is-your-council-fixing-your-roads?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEwYkF3RkpFNDNtSTRIOG43SHNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4wvov7LcehTbULc3dHcO-vn_r-MzuLYYyAbTwYmsd6qaxk-XbKF-s2t4MNrA_aem_6NlMyv3OLM1bxay5i_gr8Q
✨Why Lib Dem Councils Are Pothole Pioneers:
We all know potholes aren’t just an eyesore. They damage vehicles, put cyclists at risk, & make everyday journeys harder. That’s why Liberal Democrat councils that maintain roads focus on:
Prevention Over Patching - investing in long‑term, preventative maintenance to stop potholes forming in the first place, saving taxpayers money.
Rapid Response - using modern reporting tools to ensure issues are fixed quickly rather than left to worsen.
Safe Streets for All - improving surfaces for cyclists, safer crossings for families, & better access for pedestrians & mobility users.
🌟The Verdict Is In:
Whether it’s topping national Recycling charts, leading the way on Productivity, or now achieving some of the strongest Road Maintenance ratings in England, the pattern is clear: Liberal Democrats get the basics right.
While Labour and Conservative councils debate the backlog, Lib Dem councils are out on the streets delivering real improvements & often replacing worn‑out surfaces entirely rather than relying on endless patching.
Your Local Champions This Thursday
🟡 Martin Clay - Wi******er City Council
🟡 Angela Clear - Hampshire County Council
If you want smoother roads, safer streets, & a council that works for you, vote Liberal Democrats this Thursday.
Share this post if you’re ready for smoother roads & a council that delivers.
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