Work is set to begin on Monday 29 July to replace ageing gas pipes in Clapgate Lane, Ipswich, as engineers from Cadent, the UK’s largest gas distribution network, take action to secure safe and reliable gas supplies.
The planned activity will involve the decommissioning of the current metallic gas pipes – which measure around a quarter of a mile in length and were originally installed in the 1930s - and installing tough new pipes which will last for decades, future proofing the local network.
Following consultation with Suffolk County Council, Cadent has agreed to carry out this essential work between Monday 29 July and Monday 2 September, so that the upgrade can be carried out during the school summer holidays.
The mains replacement work will require the closure of Clapgate Lane, which will also affect residents in Frampton Road, Hossack Road, Rubens Road, Mildmay Road, Cotman Road and Boyton Road, who will need to use diversion routes. All residents will be able to access their homes.
Cadent Project Manager, Gary Tidman, said: “We have a responsibility to make sure every property that uses gas has access to a safe and reliable supply, 24/7, 365 days a year."
“This includes upgrading our pipelines, particularly those which are reaching the natural end of a long working life, like this pipe under Clapgate Lane."
“We know this is a busy road, so we have worked with Suffolk County Council to agree a week-by-week plan of work, and to keep the traffic management under review. We will always complete as quickly and as safely as we can."
Due to the nature of the work taking place, there will be times when the gas supply will be interrupted to properties in Clapgate Lane. If your gas supply is due to be affected as part of this work, our team will contact you directly to deal with any enquiries. This will be for a short period only. Gas supply is usually restored on the same day it goes off.
If you smell gas, always ring the National Gas Emergency Service immediately on 0800 111 999*, day or night. Do not assume it is related to this work; it may not be and needs to be checked.
*All calls are recorded and may be monitored.
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Here at Cadent we support the Government’s plans to reach Net Zero by 2050. That means we’re backing the introduction of hydrogen as a low carbon alternative to natural gas for the future. We know people love the controllability of gas and, with our network already in place, it makes sense to switch to the lower carbon alternative offered by hydrogen, which we believe can keep homes and businesses warm for generations to come.
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