By Kieren Williams A Mirror investigation has revealed the shocking extent to which the UK’s roads are riddled with dangerous potholes, as councils spend millions on compensation payouts. All across England, Scotland and Wales, motorists are plagued by potholes. Whilst most amount to little more than an eyesore and an uncomfortable drive, some cause further complications, damage and even lead to people suffering serious injuries – which then lead to claims and expensive payouts. Off the back of a freedom of information request, the Mirror can reveal that council payouts for damage and injury c…