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The government has pledged £1.6 billion toward fixing potholes and road maintenance across the UK. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander stated that this funding is part of a broader initiative to improve local road conditions. However, critics argue that this amount is insufficient considering the deteriorating state of many roads and the challenges posed by local councils’ budgets.
Some also express concerns that this focus on infrastructure repairs comes at the expense of other pressing social welfare issues, including pension credit for vulnerable groups.