The Government will be redirecting £8.3 billion of funding, previously earmarked for HS2, to resurface over 5,000 miles of road and repair potholes across the country over the next 11 years.
Hampshire County Council is set to receive £132.2m from the funding, which can be used to identify what local roads are in most need of repair and deliver immediate improvements for communities and residents.
Commenting, Leo said: "Many people have raised the problem of potholes and they, like me, will welcome this new investment to tackle potholes.
"This funding will make for smoother journeys and safer roads as a result."