Cadent are investing in upgrading the gas network in Halstead, replacing ageing metal pipes with more durable plastic pipes. This will increase the resilience of the network and make reactive repairs and disruption less likely in the future.
As part of this programme, they will be replacing parts of the network in and around Hedingham Road, from 19 October. This project will last approximately 17 weeks.
To minimise disruption to the community, they will be consulting with residents, businesses and stakeholders in the area whilst planning the project in collaboration with Essex highways authority officers. Please see some further key information on the project below:
Traffic management:
- A road closure will be in place along Hedingham Road from Monday 2 November until Wednesday 23 December.
- Additional road closures will also be in place in Mill Chase from 2 November to 20 November and Mill Box Lane from 23 November to 4 December.
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Two-way traffic lights will be in place at the junction of Ashlong Grove and the A1124 from 7 December to 23 December.
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Multi-Way traffic lights will be in place on Churchill Avenue from 19 October to 30 October.
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Multi-Way traffic lights will be in place on the junction of Tylneys Road and Honeywood Road between 19 October and 30 October.
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Multi-Way traffic lights will be in place on the junction of Winston Way and Churchill Avenue between 26 October and 6 November.
- Further work will take place in Ashlong Grove in the new year, with a road closure in place from 4 January until 7 February.
- Access will be maintained for residents living within the work area.
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Buses: they understand this will interrupt buses moving through the area, they have been liaising with Essex County Council as a key stakeholder throughout.
Communication with residents, businesses and schools:
Before work starts:
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Advanced Warning Signage (AWS)
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Drop-in session held locally between 1pm and 3pm on Tuesday 27 October on the grass verge opposite Halstead Hospital, near the bus stop on Hedingham Road. Businesses and residents are welcome to attend the event to ask any questions and raise any concerns. There is no need to book an appointment, please just come along and chat to the team.
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Social media posts on Next Door & Facebook and a press release
- Letter notification for customers with gas interruptions
- Customer Care Officer visit to customers with gas interruptions
- SMS & Email notification to customers with gas interruptions
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Customer care officer to visit businesses on the High Street to inform them of the Loss of business claim process.
During works:
- Site signage with varying messages
After works:
- Customer Care Officer visit to customers with gas interruptions
Please do not hesitate to get in touch with any questions or feedback using the contact details available on the Cadent Media Contacts page.