THE problem with potholes on our region's roads has gained the attention of the country's leading road traffic lawyer.
Nick Freeman, better known as Mr Loophole - due to his success at winning cases on technicalities in the courtroom - says the government needs to introduce new laws to guide drivers navigating Britain's pothole-scarred roads.
He said the move is vital, in order to spare motorists from the 'rock and hard place' dilemma when driving on roads in desperate need of repair.
Mr Freeman, who lives in Mere, says that without guidance from the Government, motorists who encounter potholes are faced with two unpalatable choices: swerving and so risking an accident, or driving over the pothole and cause serious damage to their vehicle.