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Halfpenny Lane bridge set to be closed for further six weeks

Wednesday, 8 May 2024 07:48

The works on the bridge at Halfpenny Lane in Knaresborough.

The closure of a popular school route in Knaresborough has been extended for a second time.

Northern Gas Networks (NGN) said it is carrying out "exploratory work" at the railway bridge on Halfpenny Lane to divert underground infrastructure.

The roadworks initially came into place on 25th March and, following an extension, were due to end on 17th May.

But the closure is set to remain for another six weeks, workers have said.

The closure extends from the bridge to the roundabout adjoining Old Penny Gate.

Dominic Nevison, Site Manager at Northern Gas Networks, said:

“We are working with other utilities to carefully plan this work to minimise the impact on road users and members of the public.

“The road diversion will remain in place while we carry out our initial assessment and subsequent work.

“We apologise for inconvenience caused and would like to reassure everyone that we will be working hard to complete the work so that we can reopen the road as soon as possible.”

A signed diversion is in place.

There is no impact on the gas supplies to homes and businesses in the area.

If you smell gas or suspect Carbon Monoxide, call the National Gas Emergency number on 0800 111 999 immediately.

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