Road Problems & Safety
Can I claim compensation for pothole damage in Northern Ireland?
You can make a roads-related compensation claim, but payment is not automatic and depends on the facts of the case.
nidirect provides a process for claiming compensation where damage or injury is alleged to have been caused by a road or street problem such as a pothole.
Keep evidence such as photographs, the location, repair invoices and details of the incident.
Reporting the defect and making a damage claim are separate processes. Keep evidence such as photographs, repair invoices and the exact location if you intend to pursue a claim.
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nidirect - Problems with roads and streets
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nidirect - First aid on the road
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25 September 2026
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