article_snippet: The annual survey also found a 'dramatic' increase in the amount paid in compensation to motorists in England, doubling to more than £20 million outside London.
article_snippet: The staffing costs to local authorities for processing claims increased to almost £18 million, equivalent to 225 hours per month per authority, The staffing costs to local authorities for processing claims was found.
article_snippet: The £6 billion of funding pledged between 2015 and 2021 is welcome, and hopefully will be confirmed by an incoming government.
article_snippet: Every mile of motorways and trunk roads will receive £1.4 million funding over the next six years compared with £31,000 per mile for local roads.