Ernie Clark. Hilperton Division, Wiltshire Council.

A novel approach from an Essex parish council.

Navestock Parish Council in Essex allegedly wants potholes to be left unfilled for longer to act as 'natural traffic calming'. Parish councillors claim that repairing potholes is costly and allows motorists to drive faster.

Critics say that uneven roads are a menace to cyclists and motorbike riders, and could lead to more insurance claims against Essex County Council.