RESIDENTS will be able to have their say on the state of Hampshire’s roads as part of a national survey.

Questionnaires will be sent randomly to a minimum selection of 3,300 residents across the county as part of the National Highways and Transport Public Satisfaction survey.

Hampshire County Council is one of 86 local authorities to sign up to the survey which will ask members of the public the same questions, whether they live in Hampshire, Herefordshire of Hertfordshire.

The survey, which is being carried out for the eighth year, is the largest collaboration between local authorities offering the opportunity to compare results, share best practice models and identify opportunities to work together in the future.

The local and national results will be published in early October.

Councillor Seán Woodward, executive member for economy, transport and environment, said: “We’ve just completed a programme of extra maintenance funded by successful bids to the Government’s pothole and flood repair funds, which resulted in an additional £17.5million going into resources and equipment to fix an extra 120,000 potholes across the county in a year.

“But we know there is always more to do, and we continue to look for innovative and efficient ways to make the most of our resources.

“This survey is extremely useful for us as it highlights the highways and transport issues which matter most to people, helping us understand customer views better and working together to deliver the most satisfactory, yet efficient outcomes for local residents.

“We’d be grateful if as many people as possible could return the questionnaire, if they receive one, as the results help draw a full picture of the situation across the whole county.”