Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is carrying out essential work to ensure the continued safe and reliable supply of gas to customers around the Witton Park area of Durham.
The ageing metal pipework is now being replaced by new, more durable plastic pipes, in a project planned in conjunction with Durham County Council.
Work will start on Monday 18th July on Woodside and will last approximately three weeks. To enable our engineers to carry out work safely and efficiently we need to close Woodside for the duration of these works.
There will be a full diversion route in place and signs displayed for motorists before and during the works, while parking will be maintained for residents as much as possible.
Stewart Whitehead, Site Manager for Northern Gas Networks, said: “We would like to apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused during these essential works. However, it is vital we complete them in order to continue to maintain a safe and reliable gas supply to the residents of Durham.
“We want to assure residents and road users that we will be working hard to complete this scheme as safely and as quickly as possible.”
For further information about the work please contact NGN’s Customer Care Team on 0800 040 7766 or email: customercare@northerngas.co.uk.
Anyone that smells gas or suspects carbon monoxide should call the National Gas Emergency Service immediately on 0800 111 999. This line is in operation 24-hours a day, seven days a week.