Keeping the energy flowing in Bedfordshire

Aug 22 2022 in your area

Essential work in Sandy, Bedfordshire continues to ensure continued safe and reliable distribution of gas
Gas supply to homes and businesses will not be affected
Traffic management plan has been agreed with the local Highways Authority to minimise disruption

A major project to boost the gas supply in Bedfordshire will continue in September, moving along Sandy High St to the bridge running over Sandy railway line from Monday 5th September for approximately 4 weeks.

Due to growth in the area, this project is vital to reinforce the gas supply to the village of Potton and the surrounding areas, heating homes and businesses for years to come.

To complete the works safely, we will need to install 4 – way lighting on High Street, at the junction of Station Road/ Potton Road, starting on Monday 5^th September for approximately 4 weeks.

Dates may be subject to change due to engineering or finishing a phase of works earlier.

The gas supply to residents should not be affected during the works and local shops and businesses will remain open as usual.

A Cadent spokesperson said: “We need to install the new main to keep gas flowing safely and reliably, so that local homes can use it for central heating, hot water and for cooking.

“We would like to thank people for their patience while the work is carried out. Every effort will be made to complete this project as soon as possible"

If anyone has any questions about this work, they should contact the customer service team on 0800 389 8000.

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