Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is to carry out essential work in Houghton le Spring, Tyne and Wear, 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 Houghton le Spring, keeping homes and businesses safe, warm and connected.
The project, which is expected to last until around the end of March, has been planned in collaboration with Sunderland City 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.
Work will start on Monday 19 January, and from Monday 16 February until the end of the work temporary traffic lights will be in place on Hetton Road.
From Monday 9 March, the slip road leading from Gillas Lane West to Hetton Road North, outside the Burn Inn, will be closed for around two weeks.
Iain Clark, Site 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 Houghton le Spring.”
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.