Report an obstruction on the road
Report obstructions on the road, such as mud, illegal signs, overhanging tree branches, hedges, builders skips or scaffolding, to the local council or National Highways.
Local roads
Contact the local council to report obstructions on local roads.
You can also tell your council about blockages of public rights of way.
What you need to know
- Available in England and Wales only
Major roads in England
Contact National Highways if the obstruction is on a motorway or an A road they manage in England.
National Highways
[email protected]
0300 123 5000
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Major roads in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland
Traffic Scotland
0800 028 1414
24 hours, 7 days a week
Traffic Wales
0300 123 1213
24 hours, 7 days a week
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In Northern Ireland, contact the Department for Regional Development.