Issue details

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.