Work is continuing on a pothole repairs programme in Midlothian.

The council has assebmled three squads of workers to tackle potholes caused by the 'Beast from the East' weather which swept across the UK earlier this year. Currently, an extra £15,000 a week is being invested to repair the damage caused to Midlothian's roads following the arctic conditions, resulting in 700 potholes being filled each week.

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Plans are also in place to tender £500,000 worth of permanent repairs to roads across Midlothian.

Cllr John Hackett said: "The extreme weather we experienced earlier this year has had a substantial impact on Midlothian's roads. The volume of potholes being tackled, 50% more than we would normally be filling after the winter period, shows the scale of the damage caused by the 'Beast from the East'.

"We are aware how dangerous these potholes can be and thank drivers for their continued patience while we carry out these repairs. I'm sure the additional resources, coupled with the recent better weather, will see an improvement in the condition of Midlothian's roads in the coming months."

Image: Pothole repair work taking place near Gladhouse Reservoir, south Midlothian.

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