The work on the replacement water main on Huxley Lane is progressing, but due to adverse weather conditions and some unexpected issues it is likely to take longer than 8 weeks. Rather than being completed by the end of November as originally hoped, the work is likely to continue to the 17th January. Work will cease on the 20th December and start up again in the New Year.
Unfortunately it will be necessary to close the road completely as the work moves closer to the A49, as the two-way traffic light system being used further away will not leave enough room for larger vehicles to pass through.
You will also have noticed that Smithy Green has been badly damaged by contractor vehicles. We are assured by United Utilities that this will be put right once the work is complete.