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I've been refused compensation for pothole damage - what can I do?

I've been refused compensation for pot hole damage to two offside tyres by my local council. What can I do?

Asked on 10 April 2017 by Joe Moore

Answered by Honest John

Attempt a 'Small Claim': www.gov.uk/make-court-claim-for-money/overview/ But you will need evidence that the pothole was previously reported to potholes.co.uk or fixmystreet.co.uk and not repaired within a reasonable period of time.

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