Road in North Devon village centre will be closed for six weeks for gas works

A road in the centre of Braunton will be closed for six weeks and four-way traffic lights installed for almost a month while work is carried out to upgrade gas pipes.

Heanton Street will be closed between October 13 and November 28 while Wales & West Utilities completes the essential work.

There will also be four-way traffic lights on East Street, Chaloner’s Road, Caen Street and The Square between November 3 and 28.

Wales & West Utilities' Roxanne Whittaker, who is managing the gas pipe upgrade work and said: “We know that working in areas like this is not ideal, but it is essential to make sure we keep the gas flowing to homes and businesses in the area, and to make sure the gas network is fit for the future.

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“While most of the gas network is underground and out of sight, it plays a central role in the daily lives of people across Braunton. Whether it’s heating your home, making the family dinner or having a hot bath, we understand how important it is for your gas supply to be reliable and there when you need it.

“This work is essential to keep the gas flowing to local homes and businesses today, and to make sure the gas network is ready to transport hydrogen and biomethane, so we can all play our part in a green future.”

Anyone who has any questions about the work is welcome to call the Wales & West Utilities customer service team on freephone 0800 912 2999.