Engineers from Northern Gas Networks responded to a reported gas escape on a gas main in Wakefield Road, Huddersfield, at approximately 3pm yesterday (22 January).

Engineers are working hard to locate the source of the leak and repair the main as quickly as possible.

In order to carry out the repair work safely and efficiently it has been necessary to close the inside lane on the outbound carriageway of Wakefield Road, opposite DW Fitness. Unfortunately this is causing some delays for motorists travelling in the area.

Richard Streeting, Site Manager, Northern Gas Networks, said: “We would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused while we carry out this essential work and reassure members of the public that we are doing all we can to complete this work as quickly as possible.”

If you smell gas or suspect carbon monoxide, please call the National Gas Emergency number on 0800 111 999. This contact number is in operation 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

Northern Gas Networks is investing £170k to upgrade 300m of ageing metallic gas mains in Wakefield city centre.

The project is part of Northern Gas Networks’ ongoing development of infrastructure across the north of England and will involve replacing existing metallic gas main with more durable plastic pipes to ensure the continued safe and reliable supply of gas to our customers in the area for years to come.

The 11 week project will commence on Monday 2 February 2015 and will be carried out in phases to minimise disruption.

Planned schedule of works:

Phase 1: Lower Warrengate to Vicarage Street (02/02/2015 – 02/03/2015)

Phase 2: Vicarage Street to the junction of Sun Lane (02/03/2015 – 30/03/2015)

Phase 3: From the junction of Sun Lane to 2 Sun Lane (30/03/2015 – 17/04/2015)

In order to complete the work safely and efficiently, three way temporary traffic lights will be in place on Lower Warrengate throughout phase 1 (from 2 February). It will also be necessary to suspend parking along this road for the duration of the project.

Businesses in the area will remain open as usual and pedestrian access will be maintained at all times.

John Pickering, Customer Operations Area Manager, Northern Gas Networks said: “We are holding a community drop in session at The Salvation Army Church on Vicarage Street South between 5 – 7pm on Tuesday 20 January, where we will be on hand to answer any questions or concerns from members of the public.

“We will also continue to keep customers informed via our website, Twitter and Facebook accounts and the local media.”

Mr Pickering added “We would like to take this opportunity to apologise in advance for any inconvenience this essential work may cause.”

If you have any questions about the work please don’t hesitate to contact the Customer Care team on 0845 634 0508, option 7. The team is available between 8am and 10pm Monday to Friday, and 9am and 5pm on Saturday.

Northern Gas Networks is continuing to upgrade ageing metallic gas mains in Baildon, West Yorkshire as part of a £500,000 investment in the local infrastructure.

The project is part of Northern Gas Networks’ ongoing development of infrastructure across the North of England and will involve replacing more than 1.9km of existing gas main with more durable plastic pipes to ensure the continued safe and reliable supply of gas to our customers in the area for years to come.

The essential work which commenced last summer, will continue in the West Lane area of Baildon. It is scheduled for completion in early March 2015.

As part of this project it will be necessary to carry out work in the following roads:

Summerfield Close

Summerfield Green

Summerfield Park

Summerfield Grove

Summerfield Drive

In order to help traffic flow in the area, three-way temporary traffic lights have been installed for the duration of the project and will move along West Lane as the project progresses.

Ian Cunningham, Customer Operations Area Manager, Northern Gas Networks said: “We have been working closely with Bradford Council to carefully plan these works and will do all we can to minimise disruption and keep traffic flowing as normal.

“We would like to take this opportunity to apologise for any inconvenience this essential work may cause and thank our customers in Baildon for their continued patience and support.”

You can contact the Northern Gas Networks Customer Care team on 0845 634 0508, option 7. The team is available between 8am and 10pm Monday to Friday, and 9am and 5pm on Saturday but the line is in operation 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Engineers from Northern Gas Networks are carrying out emergency work to repair a gas escape near the roundabout that joins Waterville Road and Prudhoe Street in North Shields.

In order to carry out this work safely and efficiently, it has been necessary to install four-way temporary traffic lights at this roundabout, and some delays are expected.

James O’Brien, Network Officer, Northern Gas Networks said: “We would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused and reassure members of the public that we are doing all we can to complete the work as quickly as possible.

“If you have any concerns, you can contact the Northern Gas Networks Customer Care team on 0845 634 0508, option 7.”

Anyone who smells gas should call the National Gas Emergency Service on 0800 111 999.

Engineers from Northern Gas Networks are carrying out emergency work to repair a gas escape on South Street in Durham.

In order to carry out this work safely and efficiently, it has been necessary to close South Street, with diversions put in place to help manage the flow of traffic. Access has been maintained for residents via Crossgate, North Road and Milburngate.

Andy Coates, Network Officer, Northern Gas Networks said: “We would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused and reassure members of the public that we are doing all we can to complete the work as quickly and safely as possible.

“If you have any concerns, you can contact the Northern Gas Networks Customer Care team on 0845 634 0508, option 7.”

Anyone who smells gas should call the National Gas Emergency Service on 0800 111 999.

Northern Gas Networks is about to start work to upgrade ageing metal gas mains in York city centre.
The project is part of Northern Gas Network’s on-going development of infrastructure across the north of England and will involve replacing existing metallic gas mains with more durable plastic pipes to ensure the continued safe and reliable supply of gas to customers in the area for years to come.
The eight week project will start on 5 January and take place on Nunnery Lane, Bishop Thorpe Road and Scarcroft Road. On Nunnery Lane, it will be necessary to close one lane of the carriageway to allow the essential work to be completed. A signed diversion route will be in place.
Temporary traffic lights will be in place on Bishop Thorpe Road and Scarcroft Road. Pedestrian access will be maintained at all times throughout the duration of the essential work and businesses will remain open as usual.
Bob Hope, Construction Services Area Manager, Northern Gas Networks said: “We would like to take this opportunity to apologise in advance for any inconvenience this essential work may cause and thank members of the public for their patience and support.
“Our Customer Care team has been door-knocking residents and businesses in the area to help ensure they are aware of the work and we have been working closely with the local Highways Authority to minimise any disruption to traffic.
“In addition, a customer cabin will be located at the car park on Nunnery Lane throughout the duration of the project so that members of the public can drop in and ask questions or raise any concerns. The cabin will be open every Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 11am and 1pm.”
If you have any questions about the work please don’t hesitate to contact Northern Gas Networks’ Customer Care team on 0845 634 0508, option 7. The team is available between 8am and 10pm Monday to Friday, and 9am and 5.30pm on Saturday.

Northern Gas Networks is investing £360,000 to upgrade the ageing gas distribution network in the Alwoodley area of Leeds.

The major project is part of NGN’s ongoing development of infrastructure across the north of England and will involve replacing approximately 5km of ageing metal gas mains with more durable plastic pipes to ensure the continued safe and reliable supply of gas to our customers in the area for years to come.

The project will commence on Monday 12 January and will be carried out in phases to minimise disruption. The work will take approximately 26 weeks to complete.

Chris Nevison, Customer Operations Area Manager, Northern Gas Networks said; “We’ve planned our work closely with the local Highways Department to minimise disruption to motorists, residents and local businesses.”

In order to complete the work as quickly as possible two engineering teams will work in parallel for the majority of the project, working extended hours, including weekends.

As part of this project, Northern Gas Networks will be working in the following streets:

High Ash Avenue

Barfield Mount

Barfield Grove

Barfield Crescent

High Ash Drive

High Ash Drive

Linton Rise

Linton Close

Linton Grove

Linton Road

Linton Avenue

Brookhill Drive

Brookhill Avenue

Brookhill Grove

Brookhill Crescent

Mr Nevison said, “We are holding a community forum at Wigton Moor Church, High Ash Drive, Leeds, LS17 8REbetween 4 – 6pm on Thursday 8^th January. Our Customer Care and Operations team will be on hand to answer any questions from members of the public.

“We will also continue to keep customers informed via our website, Twitter and Facebook accounts and the local media.”

Mr Nevison added; “We would like to take this opportunity to apologise in advance for any inconvenience this essential work may cause and thank members of the public for their patience and support.”

If you have any questions about the works please don’t hesitate to contact the Customer Care team on 0845 634 0508, option 7. The team is available between 8am and 10pm Monday to Friday, and 9am and 5pm on Saturday.

Northern Gas Networks is investing £75,000 to upgrade the ageing gas distribution network in Rothwell, Leeds.

The major project is part of NGN’s ongoing development of infrastructure across the north of England and will involve replacing approximately 470m of ageing metal gas mains with more durable plastic pipes to ensure the continued safe and reliable supply of gas to our customers in the area for years to come.

The six week long project, which will commence on Swithens Street, begins on Monday 5^th January 2015 and will be carried out in several phases to help minimise disruption.

In order to carry out this work safely and efficiently, it will be necessary to close a number of roads throughout the project.

Planned road closures and traffic management measures:

Road closure at the junction of Swithens Street with Marsh Street – 09/01/2015 (3 weeks)

Road closure at the junction of Smithson Street with Marsh Street – 17/01/2015 (3 weeks)

Pelican crossing closure and 2 way lights on Marsh Street – 17/01/2015- (3 weeks)

Road closure at the junction of Royds Lane with Marsh Street – 25/01/2015 (3 weeks)

Chris Nevison, Customer Operations Area Manager, Northern Gas Networks said: “We have been working closely with Leeds Highways department to carefully plan these works and we will be working 7 days a week to complete the mains replacement as quickly as possible.

“Our Customer Care team is door-knocking residents in the area to help ensure they are aware of the work.

“We would like to take this opportunity to apologise in advance for any inconvenience this essential work may cause and thank members of the public for their patience and support.

“If you have any questions about the works please don’t hesitate to contact the Customer Care team on 0845 634 0508, option 7. The team is available between 8am and 10pm Monday to Friday, and 9am and 5pm on Saturday.”

Northern Gas Networks engineers are working hard to repair a gas escape in Newcastle.
The emergency work taking place at the junction of the A186, West Road and Slatyford Lane has led to the closure of one lane on the eastbound carriageway of the West Road. Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes when travelling into the town centre
Jeff Round, Network Officer, Northern Gas Networks said: “We would like to apologise in advance for any inconvenience this emergency work may cause and thank members of the public for their patience and support. We anticipate that the work will be on-going until 24 December.
If you have any questions about the work please don’t hesitate to contact Northern Gas Networks’ Customer Care team on 0845 634 0508, option 7. The team is available between 8am and 10pm Monday to Friday, and 9am and 5.30pm on Saturday.

Infrastructure upgrade for Castleford
Northern Gas Networks is investing £90,000 to replace approximately 610m of ageing metal gas mains in Castleford with durable new plastic pipes to ensure the continued, safe and reliable supply of gas to residents in the area for years to come.
The essential work will commence on Monday 5 January 2015 in Ambler Street and is expected to take eight weeks to complete. Work will be carried out on a street-by-street basis starting with Ambler Street moving on to Pretoria Street, Smawthorne Lane and ending on Lower Oxford Street.
Shops and businesses will remain open as usual and every effort will be made to minimise any disruption to residents, businesses and motorists. Northern Gas Network’s Customer Care team will be talking to residents and businesses on a regular basis to ensure that everyone is kept up to date with the progress of the essential work.
John Pickering, Customer Operations Area Manager, Northern Gas Networks said; “We have planned our work closely with the council, to minimise disruption to both residents and motorists. However, it has been necessary to put into place a number of traffic restrictions to allow the work to progress.
“ Ambler Street will be closed to traffic from 12th to 26th January with signed diversions in place. Parking spaces on Lower Oxford Street will be suspended from 19th January due to the location of the gas main. Alternative parking for residents will be provided at the car park located on Vickers Street.
“For bus users, temporary bus stops will be in place where parking suspension is in force.
“Northern Gas Networks are working hard to ensure that residents, businesses and motorists are inconvenienced as little as possible during our work. Our teams will be working Monday to Saturday 7.30am to 5pm to get the work completed as quickly as possible.
Mr. Pickering added, “We would like to apologise for any inconvenience this essential work may cause and thank everyone in advance for their patience and understanding.”
If you smell gas please call the National Gas Emergency Service immediately on 0800 111 999.