How Do I Report A Pothole?

AI Summary

You can report a pothole through West Lothian Council’s road issue service. The main page for this is Report a Pothole or Other Road Issue.

What to do Details
Report online Use the road issue reporting service and log the defect as a new issue.
Give location details Drop the pin on the map to show the exact location, and include as much detail as possible.
Multiple potholes Log each defect separately as a new issue.
Anonymous reporting Call the Contact Centre on 01506 280000.
Motorway potholes For potholes on the M8 and M9 trunk roads, contact BEAR Scotland by email at enquiries@bearscotland.co.uk or phone 01738 448 600.

If the pothole is on a Council road, the council will assess it and then deal with it as appropriate. For dangerous defects, West Lothian makes the area safe as quickly as possible.