From w/c 3 August 2026, we're upgrading our gas network in Hinton Road, Reading.
We need to replace the old metal pipe with new polyethylene pipe to continue to provide a safe and reliable gas supply. Our contractor, I&G contractors will be complete in approximately eight weeks.
To access the pipes safely, we need to work within regulated health and safety requirements which requires us to use traffic management.
Where will we be working?
Church Hill
We will need to temporarily close a small section on Church Hill for our storage compound area.
Orchard Road
We will need to temporarily close Orchard Road to help minimise the traffic while we replace the gas main on School Road.
School Road and Church Hill
To safely manage the flow of traffic while we replace the gas main on School Road and to make a connection on Church Hill, we will need to install temporary two way traffic lights while we complete this work.
Hinton Road
We will need to temporarily close Hinton Road while we replace the gas main to ensure our workspace is safe and compliant.
What does this mean for you?
- If your property is within a temporary road closure, access will be maintained. Please speak to our on-site engineers about any specific requirements you may have.
- Please ensure that delivery drivers and visitors know about the temporary road closure and traffic lights to allow them to factor in additional journey times.
- Please check with your local bus company to be aware of any delayed buses or suspended bus stops.
- Please allow additional time for your journeys.
We understand that a road closure causes inconvenience to the local community. We're using the quickest and safest engineering techniques to make sure we complete the project as quickly as possible.
Thank you for your continued patience and support.