Newport roadworks planned for 15 roads for pothole repairs

The works form part of a comprehensive programme called 'Fixing Our Roads', which aims to extend the lifespan of high-priority roads through surface treatments.

Unlike full resurfacing, these treatments are geared towards roads in relatively better condition, ensuring they remain serviceable for longer.

The treatments have been scheduled for the summer to take advantage of warm, dry weather, and will be executed in a single, efficient block.

The roads to receive the treatment include the A468 Caerphilly Road, A48 Chepstow Road, B4237 The Coldra, B4245 Magor Road, Catsash Road, Goldcliff Road, Nash Road, North Row, Old Roman Road, Ridgeway and Allt-Yr-Yn Avenue, and Usk Road in Caerleon.

The works began on Monday, July 13, and are expected to continue until mid-August.

Each road will undergo pre-patching work overnight, from 8pm to 5am, before the surface treatments are applied during the hours of 9.30am to 3.30pm, and 6.30pm to 10.30pm.

Most roads will remain open with lane closures and traffic light control, although some rural roads will need to be closed temporarily.

Residents have been advised to stay informed of the latest updates and work schedules via the council's social media channels and 'Fixing Our Roads' programme webpage.

Advance warning signs will be placed out to notify residents when work is confirmed in a particular area.

The council's 'Fixing Our Roads' programme was launched in June 2025 with an initial allocation of £6.6 million to repair the city's most critical and high-priority roads.

By February 2026, the council had announced a further £12 million to the programme, which also increased the annual highways maintenance budget.

In May 2026, the programme announced a new set of roads to be fixed.

The programme consists of two elements, both of which run concurrently.

The first involves high-priority roads needing full resurfacing work, while the second includes those requiring surface treatments to preserve the highway asset.

The council's overall aim is to fix these roads long-term, allowing the highways team to address more potholes and defects on other roads across the city.

A full list of roads where work has been completed, alongside roads that will be fixed as part of the programme, is available on the council's webpage.

The council has acknowledged that the work is likely to generate noise and dust, and has pledged to minimise this as much as possible.

Residents have been asked to avoid parking on roads due for work.

The road treatment works will be carried out by contractors who will work flexibly to complete the tasks as quickly as possible.

Weather conditions, however, may affect the progress of the programme.

The council has thanked residents in advance for their patience and understanding as this essential work is carried out.

The 'Fixing Our Roads' programme is not just focused on the 15 roads currently undergoing treatment.

The programme also has future plans for other high-priority roads requiring both full resurfacing and surface treatment.

The work's ultimate aim is to secure the long-term viability of Newport's road network while freeing up resources to tackle more potholes and defects across the city.

The council has urged residents and visitors to keep an eye on the latest updates and information on the 'Fixing Our Roads' programme webpage and social media channels.

An indicative list of planned start and end dates for each road can be found on the council's 'Fixing Our Roads' programme webpage.

The Newport City Council's road repair initiative represents a significant investment in the city's infrastructure, aiming to improve the condition of the roads and reduce the need for more extensive and costly repairs in the future.

The 'Fixing Our Roads' programme is an ambitious plan to enhance the city's road network, benefitting not only the prioritised roads but also the broader road network in Newport.