WALES & West Utilities will start work to upgrade the gas pipes in the West End area of Redruth in the new year.

The work, which starts on Thursday, January 2, is essential to ensure the gas is kept flowing safely to heat and power local homes and businesses, keeping people safe and warm for generations to come. Barring any engineering difficulties the project will be finished by the end of May.

Wales & West Utilities has liaised with Cornwall Council to plan the work, and it has been agreed that traffic management will be in place. This includes:

During this time motorists are advised to allow extra travel time.

Wales & West Utilities’ Abby Smith, who is managing this gas pipe upgrade work, said: “We know that working in areas like this is not ideal, but it really 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. We’ll have a team of gas engineers on site throughout the project to make sure our work is completed as safely and as quickly as possible while keeping disruption to a minimum.

“While most of the gas network is underground and out of sight, it plays a central role in the daily lives of people across the wider Cornwall area. 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 safe and 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.

For members of the public who have any questions about the work, they can contact Wales & West Utilities’ Customer Service Team can be contacted on freephone 0800 912 2999.

Alternatively, they can contact them on X - @WWUtilities - or visit www.facebook.com/wwutilities.