HIGHWAYS engineers have attempted to prepare roads for severe winter conditions.

More than one million square metres of roads in Hampshire have been treated over the summer months.

Cllr Rob Humby, Hampshire County Council's executive member for environment and transport, said: “Hampshire Highways teams have made the most of the hot, dry summer to complete over 300 surface dressing schemes.

"We use the latest range of road treatment techniques, including surface dressing and micro asphalts which represent excellent value for money by keeping our roads in good condition and preventing potholes."

“The large number of completed schemes represents over one million square metres of maintenance – that’s the equivalent size of 142 football pitches.

"Surface dressing is a preventative measure – it successfully extends the life of the roads, allowing us to make the most of our resources and keep all those who live and work here moving on Hampshire’s road network.”