Tyre Repair

[muskox]

Damaged tyre and alignment after going through pothole in local area - not Motorway or A road. Warning light lit up car dashboard immediately. No other witnesses. Had to have tyre replaced and vehicle aligned for £140.(have itemised receipt to submit with a claim form). Many roadworks in area, so possibly council inundated with claims.
Neighbour had similar problem a couple of months ago but local council rejected claim, as it was his 'fault' for going in the pothole.
Is there a standardised letter or advice that might make the council more inclined to foot my bill?

[bobbinwales]

Was it less than 4cm deep. Guidance from Martin Lewis here
https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/reclaim/pothole-claims/#:~:text=A%20pothole%20is%20a%20road,widen%20up%20into%20gaping%20holes.

[bobbinwales]

Link includes a template letter.

[muskox]

Bobbinwales - superb link. All the information that I need is on this. Thank you. No further help needed.