Pothole repair firm could be fined for bad fixes

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A major highways firm faces potential fines after its pothole repairs drew scathing criticism from local authorities. Photos showed patches that crumbled within weeks or failed to fill the road damage properly, with officials calling the work "ridiculous" and "unbelievable." The firm's substandard repairs have triggered enforcement action, raising questions about quality control and accountability in road maintenance contracts. Experts warn that such shortcuts leave potholes worse than before, forcing councils to repeat expensive repairs and wasting taxpayer money.