Hertfordshire County Council announced on 27 February 2026 that it is doubling its pothole repair crews to fix damaged roads in Hatfield, Welwyn Garden City, and across the county. The council is increasing the number of workers on the streets to deal with a spike in road damage caused by recent cold and wet winter weather.
This repair push is part of a wider £107 million investment programme approved in February 2026 to fund road maintenance and transport projects for the 2026/27 financial year. The council plans to use the extra staff to clear a backlog of faults and make roads safer before the spring season begins.
High-traffic areas in Hatfield and Welwyn Garden City, such as the University of Hertfordshire roundabout and residential roads in the Birchwood and South areas, have been identified as having significant pothole problems. The council expects the additional crews to help fix these hazards more quickly than usual.
Residents are being asked to help by reporting any dangerous potholes they see through the council’s official website. Providing this information allows the expanded teams to find and prioritise the most urgent repairs in the local community.
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