A large, multi-million pound programme of works is underway to repair, protect and preserve Luton’s roads, which will also assist in the towbn’s carbon reduction commitments.
More than 221,000m2 of roads will be improved in this financial year, either by being completely resurfaced, having with surface treatments or defect and pothole repairs.
Surface treatments help to protect and preserve newer road surface meaning they will last longer as well as reduce the number of potholes forming in the future. This will also be 90 per cent more carbon efficient compared to other more traditional treatments, while some of can extend the life of a road by more than 10 years.
Often, many of these treatments can be applied to the roads at night-causing far less disruption to the travelling public and meaning they can be re-opened in just a few hours after work has been completed.
Recent survey results showed that residents consider the condition of Luton’s road as the highest priority when asked for feedback about highways and transportation issues.
Cllr Javed Hussain, portfolio holder for Highways at Luton Council, said: “We understand that keeping roads in good condition is one of the most important issues for those that live and work in Luton. That’s why we have approved a significant investment in pothole repairs, resurfacing and important surface treatments that will help stop potholes from forming in the first place. The impressive programme of works for 2024/25 shows our commitment to acting on residents wishes and concerns, alongside helping address our need to cut carbon.”
Jerry Pert, Operations Director for the council’s contractors VolkerHighways, said: “Keeping Luton connected is at the heart of our work. We are pleased to be working collaboratively with Luton Council to roll out this next programme of resurfacing works to restore our roads to the condition you expect, while minimising disruption to all who use Luton’s roads.”
Find out more about the council’s road treatment programme and how to report a pothole.
