We will not investigate this complaint about disrepair to a public highway. This is because X has an alternative legal remedy through the courts. And because only the court can order the Council to make a repair, and we have no power to do so to resolve his concern, it would be reasonable to expect X to use this alternative remedy.
Source · LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman)
Essex County Council
LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman)
Other
Reference 25-024-067
Sector Transport And Highways
Category Highway Repair And Maintenance
Decided 04 June 2026
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