What Details Do I Need to Include When Reporting a Road Issue?

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When reporting a road issue in Bolton, it's important to provide specific details to help the council address the problem effectively. Here’s what you need to include:

Detail Required Description
Type of Issue Specify if it's a pothole, a faulty street light, blocked drain, etc.
Street Name Clearly mention the name of the street where the issue is located.
Precise Location Give a detailed location, like the nearest house number or shop name.
Description of the Problem Describe the issue clearly (e.g., "pothole 40mm deep" or "lamp not working").
Lamp/Sign/Bollard Number (if applicable) If reporting a street light or sign issue, include the identification number.

For urgent issues, such as a dangerous situation, you should contact the council directly at 01204 336600 during office hours or 01204 336900 outside these hours. For non-urgent reports, you can use the report a street problem service online.