From 7 January National Grid will be replacing 400 metres of gas mains in White Colne. The existing iron mains are being replaced with new long-lasting plastic pipes that will last until the end of the century if left undisturbed in the ground. This work will keep the gas flowing safely and reliably, ensuring homes and businesses are connected to the energy they use.

National Grid has worked closely with Essex County Council to minimise disruption to traffic. The project is expected to last until 31 March 2013. Colne Park Road from no 2 to 10 will be closed for four weeks with a diversion around the village green.  There will be two-way temporary traffic lights in 24 hour operation along Colchester Road from no 2 to no 64.

National Grid project manager Kevin Pettit said: "Our work in Colchester Road is essential to help secure gas supplies for the people of White Colne.  We will do this work in a safe manner as quickly as possible".

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National Grid (LSE: NG; NYSE:NGG) is an electricity and gas company that connects consumers to energy sources through its networks.  The company is at the heart of one of the greatest challenges facing our society - to create new, sustainable energy solutions for the future and developing an energy system that underpins economic prosperity in the 21st century.  National Grid holds a vital position at the centre of the energy system and we 'join everything up'. 

In Britain, we run the gas and electricity systems that our society is built on, delivering gas and electricity across the country.  In the North Eastern US, we connect more than seven million gas and electric customers to vital energy sources, essential for our modern lifestyles.

National Grid in the UK:
• We own the high-voltage electricity transmission network in England and Wales, operating it across Great Britain
• We own and operates the high pressure gas transmission system in Britain
• Our gas distribution business delivers gas to 11 million homes and businesses
• We also own a number of related businesses including LNG importation, land remediation and metering
• National Grid manages the National Gas Emergency Service free phone line on behalf of the industry - 0800 111 999 (all calls are recorded and may be monitored).

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