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Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is to carry out essential work in Willerby, 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 Willerby, keeping homes and businesses safe, warm and connected.

The project, which is expected to finish around the end of July, 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 members of the public, some traffic management measures will be put in place.

From Monday 27 April, work will take place in the central reservation of Kingston Road between the Parkway and Gorton Road roundabout and Carr Lane and Beverley Road road-about.

So that engineers can carry out the work safely and efficiently, and to protect the public, parking suspensions and road closures on the central reservation gaps will be in place as the work progresses.

During the final phase of the work, lane closures will be in place on the Carr Lane and Beverley Road roundabout between the Kingston Road Junctions. Motorists on Main Street and Carr Lane should access Beverley Road following the clearly signposted diversion route via Kingston Road.

Chris Keith, 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 in order to continue to maintain a safe and reliable gas supply to the residents of Willerby.”

Emma Holman, Sustainability Reporting Lead at NGN, said: “Gas leakage accounts for 90% of NGN’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions as our gas is predominantly methane, a potent greenhouse gas. We are reducing our gas leakage by replacing aged, leak prone metallic gas pipes with new, robust plastic pipes. This is part of a 30 year programme extending to 2032.

“Pipe replacement projects such as this one support NGN’s target to reduce total emissions by 45% between 2018 and 2030. Our annual gas leakage has reduced by 31% from 2018 to 2025. This has allowed us to save approximately 430,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2e).”

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.

Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is to carry out essential work in Castleford 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 Castleford, keeping homes and businesses safe, warm and connected.

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

From Tuesday 5 May there will be temporary traffic lights on Lock Lane from the junction of Navigation Road, crossing over the bridge. These will be in place for approximately 3 weeks.

Chris Reed, Central Business Operations Lead for 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 homes and businesses in Castleford.”

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.

Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is carrying out essential work in York 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 York, keeping homes and businesses safe, warm and connected. The metal gas pipes underground are being replaced with plastic equivalents – all part of a major investment programme in the region’s infrastructure.

The project has been planned in collaboration with City of York Council. So that engineers can carry out the work safely and efficiently, and to protect members of the public, some traffic management measures have been put in place.

Temporary traffic lights are currently in place on Stockton Lane, close to the junction with Greenfield Park Drive. These are expected to be in place until around Monday 20 April.

The next phase of the work will start in June and is expected to last until September, with temporary traffic lights again in place on Stockton Lane. These will start at the junction with Greenfield Park Drive and move west as the work progresses, up to the junction with Monk Avenue.

Will Brewster, Site Manager at Northern Gas Networks, said: “We would like to apologise 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 homes and businesses in York.”

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.

Northern Gas Networks (NGN), and our delivery partner Caecillian Utilities teamed up to give a donation of £800 to a local animal charity.

Essential work is happening in Cumwhinton & Wetheral Pastures, near Carlisle, to replace ageing metal pipework with around 2km of new, more durable plastic pipes.

The gas network is already highly resilient, and this work reduces gas leakages even further. It’s part of NGN’s ongoing major investment ensuring the continued safe and reliable supply of gas to customers.

This will keep homes and businesses safe, warm and connected. Around £500,000 will be spent on this upgrade.

Helping Animals in Need

Oak Tree Animals’ Charity, providing a safe place for cats, dogs and horses before they find loving new homes, is based in Wetheral. NGN’s Customer Care Officer Stevie Sharp-Brown and Caecillian’s Business Improvement Manager Ellie Gibson presented the donation. In addition, there was a meet and greet with some of the adorable animals.

Stevie also organised a cake sale at NGN’s Carlisle depot where colleagues will raise further money for the charity.

Stevie said: “It was one of the best mornings at work ever! I live in the area and know this charity well, they’re highly thought of and do an amazing job. It was rewarding to find out more about what they do, meet the animals and present the donation.

“We’re very conscious of the impact of our essential upgrade work on residents and businesses in our local area. We’ve held community drop in sessions and completed leaflet drops. Also, we’ve personally knocked on doors to explain what’s happening to customers.”

Making a Difference

Mollie Marr, Fundraising Officer at Oak Tree Animals’ Charity, said: “We’re so grateful for any donation. This one from NGN and Caecillian will make a massive difference to us.

“This donation will go towards health checks, medication and feeding the animals who we care for and arrange to be rehomed.

“It costs hundreds of pounds to rehome just one animal, and we have so many other costs too, so we’re very grateful to NGN and Caecillian for the donation.”

Lee Gallagher, Operations Manager at Caecillian, said: “We were more than happy to lend a hand to this fantastic charity.

“The way they care for animals like cats, dogs, and horses, and support the people who love them, really does make a huge difference when it matters most. We’re proud to be involved in this donation.”

Carlisle MP Julie Minns praised the donation.

She said: “As a happy dog owner, I really appreciate the vital work that Oak Tree does. Having recently joined NGN on a site visit near Oaktree I did raise concerns about the potential impact the vital network upgrade work might have on visitors to the shelter. It’s great to see NGN take those concerns on board and make this generous donation with Caecillian to support Oaktree’s work.

“They are setting a great example that I hope other businesses will follow. The Government is playing its part too. I am proud to back Labour’s animal welfare strategy – the most ambitious in a generation – working to give every animal the care and protection they deserve.”

A Fairer, Greener Future for the North of England

Emma Holman, Sustainability Reporting Lead at NGN, said: “Gas leakage accounts for 90% of NGN’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions as our gas is predominantly methane, a potent greenhouse gas. We are reducing our gas leakage by replacing aged, leak prone metallic gas pipes with new, robust plastic pipes. This is part of a 30 year programme extending to 2032.

“Pipe replacement projects such as this one support NGN’s target to reduce total emissions by 45% between 2018 and 2030. Our annual gas leakage has reduced by 31% from 2018 to 2025. This has allowed us to save approximately 430,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2e).”

More About the Work

The project has been planned in close collaboration with local stakeholders including Cumberland Council. To allow engineers to can carry out the work safely and efficiently, and to protect the public, some traffic management measures have been put in place. Read more details on our major works page here.

Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is to carry out essential work in Wakefield 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 Leeds, keeping homes and businesses safe, warm and connected.

The project, which is expected to last until around mid May, has been planned in collaboration with Leeds 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.

From Monday 27 April there will be a one-way closure on Aberford Road, near the junction of St Annes Drive. This will be in place for approximately 2 weeks.

Chris Reed, Central Business Operations Lead for 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 homes and businesses in Wakefield.

“We are aware that these works are very close to Pinderfields Hospital, so we would ask anyone travelling to the hospital to allow extra time for your journeys.”

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.

Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is carrying out essential work in Market Weighton 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 Market Weighton, keeping homes and businesses safe, warm and connected.

The project, which is expected to finish around the end of April, 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 members of the public, some traffic management measures have been put in place.

From Wednesday 1 April, there is a lane closure on York Road off the A1079, close to the junction with Red House Lane. The westbound exit is closed, the eastbound entry will remain open. A clearly signed diversion is in place.

Chris Keith, Operations Manager at Northern Gas Networks, said: “We would like to apologise 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 Market Weighton.”

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.

Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is to carry out essential work in Carlisle 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 Carlisle, keeping homes and businesses safe, warm and connected.

The project, which is expected to finish around mid July, has been planned in collaboration with Cumberland Council. So that engineers can carry out the work safely and efficiently, and to protect members of the public, some traffic management measures will be put in place.

From Monday 11 May, rolling temporary traffic lights will be in place on Warwick Road, from the junction of Greystone Road to Eastern Way.

Dan Hind, Operations Lead for Northern Gas Networks, said: “We would like to apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused during these essential works. However, it is vital we complete them to continue to maintain a safe and reliable gas supply to the residents and business owners of Carlisle.

“Shops and businesses in the area will remain open as usual and we will be working hard to complete this essential project as safely and as quickly as possible.”

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.

Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is to carry out essential work in Stockon-on-Tees 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 Stockton-on-Tees, keeping homes and businesses safe, warm and connected.

The project, which is expected to finish around mid April, has been planned in collaboration with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council. So that engineers can carry out the work safely and efficiently, and to protect members of the public, some traffic management measures will be put in place.

From Tuesday 7 April, a single lane closure will be in place on Portrack Lane eastbound at the junction of Cheltenham Road.

Vin Gottmers, 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 Stockton-on-Tees.”

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.