GAS distributor Northern Gas Networks (NGN) is investing £25,000 to upgrade the ageing gas distribution network in and around the Bankfoot area of Bradford.

The major project is part of NGN’s ongoing development of infrastructure in Bradford and is due to start on November 29 with an estimated duration of two weeks. The scheme will see 157 metres of old metallic main replaced with durable plastic material, to ensure the continued and safe supply of gas for the future.

To complete the works safely there will be a road closure in place at the junction of Rooley Lane and Mayo avenue. A full signed diversion will be in place.

Customer care officers have been out to visit local businesses and residents, and will continue to support the community throughout the works.

Anna Mycoe, business operations lead for Northern Gas Networks, said: “We would like to apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused during these works, and thank our customers for their patience and support in getting them completed as quickly as possible”.

For further information about the project, 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.