Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is to carry out essential work in Pocklington 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 Pocklington, keeping homes and businesses safe, warm and connected.
The project, which is expected to last until around the end of October, has been planned in collaboration with East Riding of Yorkshire 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 13 October, a road closure will be in place on The Mile between the roundabout with Garths End and Maxwell Road and the junction of Kirkland Street for around three weeks.
The work will then move to Maxwell Road and the same roundabout, where temporary traffic lights will be in place for a further three weeks.
A clearly signed diversion will be in place for motorists, and access for businesses and residents will be maintained where possible throughout this project.
Mark Mawhood, Operations Manager 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 to continue to maintain a safe and reliable gas supply to the residents of Pocklington.”
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.