Lib Dem launch new app to tackle Basingstoke's 'pothole plague'
The Basingstoke and Deane Liberal Democrats have launched an app to help address the town's pothole problem. The pothole app was unveiled by Andy Konieczko - Liberal Democrat councillor candidate for Brighton Hill North in next month's Borough Council election - and Cllr Gavin James - Leader of the Liberal Democrats on Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council. Residents are encouraged to report details of any potholes that they spot using the app, which can be found on potholes.basingstokelibdems.org.uk or via the Basingstoke Liberal Democrat website (www.basingstokelibdems.org.uk). The findings will then be compiled into a report that will be presented to Hampshire County Council. Andy Konieczko said: "Residents keep telling us that they're fed up with the appalling condition of Basingstoke's roads. If you drive or cycle along any stretch of road in Brighton Hill, you'll see why: our roads are falling apart. "The problem is made worse by the fact that the Hampshire County Council is unwilling to do anything