The report, from the County Surveyors’ Society, says the reinstatement of utility trenching causes visual and structural damage which shortens the life of roads, and adds greatly to long-term costs.

It suggests a charging structure which would vary according to the previous condition of the road and the volume of usage. The levy proposed per square metre would range between £28 for lightly-trafficked roads, and £45 for those carrying most vehicles. Footways would be similarly charged between £11 and £23 per square metre.

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