Since 2020, Harrow Council has disbursed over £200,000 in compensation for pedestrian accident claims due to potholes and pavement defects. The highest payout occurred in 2022, exceeding £75,000. The council plans to double its road maintenance investment to address these issues. The FOI request revealed 231 claims were made, with 182 related to pavement defects. The success rate of claims against Harrow was 13%, surpassing the national average, indicating a need for improved maintenance in public areas, especially for vulnerable groups such as individuals with disabilities.
The Harrow Council has paid out over £200,000 for accident claims due to potholes and pavement defects since 2020, highlighting significant safety issues.
In 2022, Harrow Council's compensation for injury claims hit over £75,000, emphasizing the financial consequences of inadequate road maintenance.
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