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West Berkshire Council

LGO (Local Government & Social Care Ombudsman) Other Reference 26-000-659 Sector Transport And Highways Category Other Decided 21 July 2026

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Publisher summary

We will not investigate Mr X’s complaint the Council has failed to take action to clear obstructions on local byways. Mr X has the right to serve a notice on the Council requiring it to clear an obstruction. If the Council fails to do so, Mr X can ask the Magistrates Court to order it to do so.

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