A road described as being amongst the worst in Co Derry for potholes is to receive emergency repairs from the Department for Infrastructure (DfI).
The Ardlough Road - on the outskirts of Derry City - has previously been recorded as the third worst road in Northern Ireland with 92 defects, according to DfI figures.
The road has been the scene of countless road traffic collisions over the years and often leads to damaged cars on a daily basis.
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Foyle MLA, Mark H Durkan, said the road had been 'neglected for years', adding that road users would now be "relieved" to hear news that repairs will be carried out by the Department.
He said: “The condition of the Ardlough Road has been atrocious for many years as a result of historic underinvestment.
“The road is littered with potholes and has fallen into a state of complete disrepair following years of neglect.
“I’ve been contacted countless times by road users about persistent issues and the growing number of potholes along Ardlough, some of whom even reported damage to their vehicles."
He continued: “It, therefore, came as no surprise to learn that it was the third worst affected road by potholes in the whole of the North.
“I’m glad that the resurfacing of this road has finally been confirmed in DfI Roads schedule of works.
“Road users will no doubt be relieved to finally have fit for purpose road without the constant worry of avoiding innumerable potholes.”
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