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by the bad weather and storms earlier this year, the state of some of our county’s roads remain in seriously poor and dangerous condition. Earlier in May it was announced that Kent County Council aims to have all pothole repairs completed by August. Amanda Stretton, Motoring Editor at
Confused.com, says: “Our research shows that more than two thirds (69%) of drivers think more needs to be done to tackle our pocketed roads. Following
Going potty over potholes D
Counting the cost of pothole repairs, local MP opens new road, plus diary date
espite Transport Secretary Chris Grayling announcing an extra £100 million to fund repairs to roads damaged
the damage from Storm Emma and the Beast from the East earlier this year, drivers are fed up of having a bumpy ride. In 2016, the 1,031,787 potholes reported caused over £3.1 million of damage to vehicles.” What counts as a pothole? A pothole is defined by depth, otherwise it is considered to be a ‘carriageway defect’. The issue is that different councils have different depths by which they define a pothole.
Most councils use 40mm as the minimum depth. For reference, that’s about the same size as two 20p coins stacked
one on top of the other. Some councils also have a minimum width for potholes. Again, this can vary, but those that do tend to use 300mm as the minimum width.
Local MP opens new road at Kings Hill
The installation of a signalised puffin crossing to provide safe pedestrian access across Tower View to the schools and shops of Liberty Square in Kings Hill prompted developer Liberty Property Trust to open one of the new roads months ahead of schedule. While work was being carried
out on the crossing a temporary closure was in place on Tower View for two weeks, which was a concern to residents whose children were sitting exams. Amid fears of travel disruption and delayed journeys,
the decision was taken to open the newly completed road which links Tower View with Beacon Avenue. Tonbridge & Malling MP Tom
Tugendhat formally opened the new road, saying: “It’s crucial to keep Kings Hill moving for pedestrians, cars and buses. That’s why I’m pleased that a puffin crossing will go on Tower View. It will make walking between the new residential neighbourhood currently being built in Kings Hill and the schools and shops in Liberty Square much safer.”
Calling all classic car fans!
Classic Music and Motors is proud to present a new Classic Motor Show in the idyllic grounds of the 16th century Groombridge Place on Sunday 17th June – a great day out for dads on Father’s Day!
This is a wonderful setting to exhibit a classic vehicle – there’s space for 800 classics, from the 1920s to the modern day, with dedicated areas for high performance cars, vintage classics, classic car clubs, interesting vehicles, dealerships and much more. The family day out will also feature the Classic Music Show, quality refreshments, Champagne bar, children’s entertainers and the retro market, where pitches are available. • To book a classic vehicle or retro stall, or for more information, visit www.
classicmusicandmotors.co.uk
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