Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is carrying out essential work in Hull 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 Hull, keeping homes and businesses safe, warm and connected.
The project, which is expected to last until around mid February, has been planned in collaboration with Hull City Council. So that engineers can carry out the work safely and efficiently, and to protect the public, some traffic management measures have been put in place.
From Monday 5 January, Anlaby Road eastbound has been closed between the junctions of Calvert Lane and Hamlyn Avenue. A fully signed diversion is in place for motorists, and residents of Hamlyn Avenue will still be able to access their properties during the works.
Temporary traffic lights are in place on Anlaby Road close to the junction of Calvert Lane and North Road.
Chris Keith, Operations Manager for Northern Gas Networks, said: “Our teams are working extremely hard to complete this essential repair, which will ensure the continued safe and reliable supply of gas to customers in Hull, keeping homes and businesses safe, warm and connected.
“The temporary traffic lights are an essential measure to ensure that our engineers can carry out the work safely and efficiently, and to protect the public. We understand the situation has caused inconvenience, and we regret the impact while these temporary lights remain in place. We expect them to be removed by the end of January.
“The road closure will remain in place until around mid February to allow time for the road to cure. We would again like to thank local residents for their continued patience while these essential works are ongoing.”
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.