Work to upgrade gas pipes in the Devonshire Road area of Weston Super Mare has finished.

The work, which started at the beginning of January, involved upgrading over 500 metres of gas pipes and was essential to keep the gas flowing safely and reliably to local homes and businesses, keeping people warm for generations to come.

Wales & West Utilities liaised with North Somerset Council to plan the work.

Wales & West Utilities Simon Lee managed the work and said:

We are pleased to complete this work and would like to thank the local community for their cooperation.

While most of the gas network is underground and out of sight, it plays a central role in the daily lives of people across Weston Super Mare. 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 was 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.

Wales & West Utilities, the gas emergency and pipeline service, brings energy to 7.5m people across the south west of England and Wales. If you smell gas, or suspect the presence of carbon monoxide, call us on 0800 111 999 straight away, and our engineers will be there to help any time of day or night.