A section of Leppings Lane and Vere Road in Sheffield has been closed following a gas escape on the network. Engineers from Cadent are on site, but you may also notice that our teams are not always visible on site. This is because some stages of the work involve planning, testing, or waiting for specialist materials and equipment to be delivered. Please be assured that progress is continuing behind the scenes, even when there is less visible activity on site.
To maintain public safety, a road closure is now in place on Vere Road, with Leppings Lane operating on a one-way system. A clearly signposted diversion route has been established, and motorists are advised to follow the alternative route and allow extra time for their journey. It is anticipated that these closure on Vere Road will remain in place until Wednesday 1 July 2026, and Cadent hopes to re-open Leppings Lane to two-way traffic in the coming weeks.
A spokesperson for Cadent said: Safety is always our top priority. We understand that the closure will cause some inconvenience for residents and road users, but due to the complex nature of the works, they are necessary in order to allow our engineers to work as quickly and safely as possible and complete the necessary repairs. We appreciate the public’s patience while we carry out this essential work.
Residents and businesses in the area will be kept updated as work progresses. Anyone who smells gas should contact the National Gas Emergency Service on 0800 111 999 immediately.
Customers with questions about this work can contact the team by:
Phone: 0800 039 8000
Email: [email protected]
Online: https://cadentgas.com/contactus/contact-form-east-midlands
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