We’re carrying out essential work to ensure the continued safe and reliable supply of gas to customers and businesses on Ord Road and Ord Drive, Berwick-upon-Tweed.
The project involves replacing underground metal gas pipes with modern plastic equivalents as part of an ongoing investment programme to upgrade the region’s infrastructure.
What’s Happening?
Work started on Tuesday 26 May 2026 and is expected to take approximately 12 weeks to complete.
To allow engineers to carry out the work safely and efficiently, traffic management measures will be put in place.
- Temporary traffic lights will be installed on Ord Road from Tuesday 26 May
- From Monday 15 June, parking bays on Castle Terrace will be suspended
In addition, from Monday 22 June, a road closure will be in place at the junction of West End Road and Ord Drive for around seven weeks.
Customer Drop-In Session
There will be further works in the area in July and August. For further details on this, we’re holding a customer drop-in session on Thursday 9 July 10am – 12.30pm at Spittal Community Centre. Our colleagues will be there for customers to find out more about the works and ask questions.
Dan Hind, Operations Lead at Northern Gas Networks, said: “We would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused during these essential works. However, it is vital that we complete them to maintain a safe and reliable gas supply for residents and businesses in Berwick-upon-Tweed.
“Shops and businesses in the area will remain open as usual, and we’ll be working hard to complete this project as quickly as possible.”
Smell Gas or Suspect Carbon Monoxide (CO)?
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.
