Cadent gas works on Preston Street Kirkham due to finish in time for Christmas lights switch-on
The works are expected to finish later this month.
Gas works currently taking place on Preston Street Kirkham are due to finish just in time for the Christmas lights switch-on.
Cadent’s current works on Preston Street are due to finish by Friday, November 20, ahead of Kirkham’s Christmas lights switch-on, before continuing on Dowbridge the week after.
The Christmas lights switch will take place the day after on Saturday, November 21.
Cadent is currently replacing older gas mains in the area. Kirkham has experienced a number of gas leaks requiring emergency repairs, and this planned investment will help reduce the need for disruptive emergency works in the future.
A spokesperson for Lancs Highways said: “We know there’s been a lot of utility work taking place in Kirkham recently, and we understand the disruption this can cause for residents, businesses and people travelling through the town.
“We’ve been working closely with Cadent to coordinate the programme and minimise disruption.
“This includes regular planning meetings, scheduling works around key events where possible, and coordinating other utility works to avoid unnecessary clashes.”
The spokesperson added: “We refused a permit for United Utilities to carry out planned works on Preston Street at the same time as the Cadent works are taking place, in order to minimise disruption. These are now expected to take place in the new year.
“We know roadworks are frustrating, so thank you to everyone in Kirkham for your continued patience while these essential improvements are completed.”