£157,000 boost for Royston's gas supply

Residents in Royston near Barnsley will soon start to benefit from a boost to their gas supplies thanks to a £157,000 cash injection from Northern Gas Networks.

A gas mains improvement project is underway that will protect the long term safety and reliability of the areas gas supply.

The work is being carried out by United Utilities and Morgan Est on behalf of the north’s gas pipeline owner, Northern Gas Networks.

New pipe is being laid on: Back Lane, Doles Avenue, Grange Road, Milgate Street, Oakwood Road and Station Road.

In total 1.5km of old metal mains will be replaced with a modern plastic version in a move that will safeguard gas supplies to the area for decades to come.

The project is expected to be completed during the week commencing March 15. Northern Gas Networks and United Utilities apologise for any inconvenience experienced by residents while these essential gas works are carried out.

Northern Gas Networks’ Director Chris Gorman said: “We will do everything we can to minimise any disruption. This year, Northern Gas Networks will invest £82 million renewing gas mains to ensure that our system remains one of the safest in the world.

“The good news is that we will be using modern technology to reduce the number of excavations we need to complete the work and our new plastic pipes are more durable and flexible and have a lifespan of at least 80 years.”