Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is to carry out essential work in Birstall to replace the ageing metal pipework with new, more durable plastic pipes.

This work will ensure the continued safe and reliable supply of gas to customers in Birstall, keeping homes and businesses safe, warm and connected.

The project, which is expected to last around 4 weeks, has been planned in collaboration with Kirklees Council. So that engineers can carry out the work safely and efficiently, and to protect the public, some traffic management measures will be put in place.

From Monday 2 June, Smithies Lane will be closed at the junction of Huddersfield Road, and temporary traffic lights will be in place at the junction of Huddersfield Road, Bradford Road and Smithies Moor Lane. One lane on Huddersfield Road (outside Crillys Fireworks) will also be closed with traffic filtering into one lane.

The final phase of the project will involve the closure of the Church Road junction on Huddersfield Road, which will be closed from Monday 9 June.

Chris Green, Business Operations Lead at Northern Gas Networks, said: “We would like to apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused during these essential works. However, it’s vital we complete them in order to continue to maintain a safe and reliable gas supply to the residents of Birstall.”

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.