Hampshire county council was accused of an “epic waste” of taxpayers’ money after painting road markings over the potholes near a primary school in Basingstoke.
The council is already facing scrutiny from its residents after denying thousands of motorists’ compensation claims for damage caused by potholes.
The Conservative-led council rejected 5,508 of the 6,519 claims it received last year, paying out in just 14% of cases.
Councillors and parents were dismayed about the “shoddy job” and complained about the “utter hazard” the holes were creating.
Andy Konieczko, a Liberal Democrat councillor for Brighton Hill Ward in Basingstoke, said: “Not only are these potholes a huge inconvenience, they’re also dangerous.
“Drivers are being forced to focus on navigating large holes in the road as well as looking out for other road users and pedestrians.
“That’s worrying, particularly when there’s a school nearby.”...<<<Read More>>>..
