Member

None of that is to deter us from trying to address the issues; it is to highlight some of the important issues, because there is an increased risk profile and cost to the local authorities, which we should also consider. For example, if someone slips, trips or falls over a cross-pavement gully, they will immediately turn—and understandably so—to the local authority as the perceived liable party, which in turn takes time, cost and effort to defend and mitigate. We need to address all these issues; I am sure we will overcome them, but they are important to place on the record.