Decision Maker: Cabinet
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: Yes
The county council as a local highway authority has a statutory duty under the Highways Act 1980 to maintain that part of the highway network which is maintainable at public expense. To assist the authority to achieve this statutory duty and defend itself against compensation claims the Highway Safety Inspection Policy was established in respect of vehicular highways. Changes to national guidance towards taking a risk based approach has prompted a review of our current policy. In light of that review a revised policy is submitted for approval.
This is deemed to be a Key Decision and the provisions of Standing Order 25 have been complied with.
The Cabinet approved the recommendation as set out in the report.
Reason Key: Significant effect in 2 or more electoral divisions;
Contact: Michael White Email: michael.white@lancashire.gov.uk Tel: 01772 533433.
Date of decision: 12/04/2018
Effective from: 18/04/2018