My daughter hit a pothole in a local lane. The hole was nearly 6 feet long, 12 inches wide and 6 inches deep. She had to have a new tyre and the tracking realigned at a total cost of £140. I contacted Essex County Council Highways Dept and explained the situation, and after being asked a series of pretty daft questions they told me there is no provision under the Highways Act for compensation. But they gave me a reference number and said they will send me a form. I assume it is a report form as they have asked for photographs and a copy of the receipt, which we have. I would appreciate your view and on how we stand legally.