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 in Morley.
The ageing metal pipework is now being replaced by new, more durable plastic pipes, to ensure a safe and reliable supply of gas to customers now while getting the network ready to transport alternative greener fuels in the future.
Works are due to start on Monday 17th October and are expected to take approximately four weeks to complete. It has been planned in collaboration with Leeds City Council.
So that engineers can carry out the work safely and efficiently, and to protect the members of the public, some traffic management measures will be put in place.
From Monday 22nd October there will be a road closure on Bridge Street. This will be on the Bridge Street roundabout outside Hembrigg Mill. Vehicles will be able to exit the roundabout onto Bridge Street however will not be able to exit Bridge Street onto the roundabout. This will be in place for approximately one week and a signed diversion will be displayed.
There will also be two-way temporary traffic lights on Bridge Street throughout the works.
Advance warning signs will be put in place.
Steve Pigott, Business Operations Lead 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 Morley.
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.