Street lighting

Faulty street lights

Report a faulty street light

If you wish to report a faulty light, make a note of the location or streetlight, column number and complete our online form.

It is an emergency if the equipment has -

  • lamp post, signs or illuminated bollards are knocked down or leaning dangerously
  • lamp post or signs door off and wires exposed
  • lanterns loose or hanging

In all of these instances contact us on 01482 300 300 so we can respond immediately.

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What happens next

We aim to complete routine repairs within 7 calendar days and attend emergencies in 2 hours.

If the fault is the responsibility of the local electricity supplier, we make the light safe and report the fault to them. The energy provider will require up to four weeks to repair the fault.