Why did you choose this route?
A number of potential corridors were pinpointed and investigated to enable us to obtain relevant archaeological, ecological and environmental information. Early consultations were also undertaken with key statutory bodies such as the Countryside Commission, English Nature, the Environment Agency and the National
Parks Authority.
Following these consultations, and taking into account the significance of residential areas, environmental impacts, construction difficulties and ease of restoration, the preferred pipeline route corridor emerged.
Will wildlife and plant life in the area be affected?
When planning the pipeline route, we avoid the most sensitive areas where possible and ensure that, when work is necessary within these areas, every available precaution is taken to prevent harm. Environmental specialists are
employed to provide advice in planning the route, and they form an integral part of the construction team from the outset to ensure that all the commitments made to protect the environment are fully complied with.
Will the building of the pipeline cause disruption to traffic?
The pipeline will cross the A1(M) and A64. In order to avoid any traffic disruption, the pipeline will be constructed beneath the roads, and therefore have no effect on traffic.
Who is building the pipeline?
This section of the pipeline has been awarded to two contractors. The section between Asselby and Aberford will be carried out by Laing O’Rourke, whilst work between Aberford and Pannal will be carried out by Murphy Pipelines Limited. Both companies have extensive experience of major gas pipeline
construction projects.
What are your working hours?
Our working hours will normally be 7am to 7pm, Monday to Friday, and 7am to 4pm on Saturdays. Sunday working may be necessary.
How noisy will the work be?
The nature of pipeline construction work means that inevitably some noise will be created. However, we are fully aware of the importance of avoiding unnecessary noise from sites and will be doing everything we can to keep disturbance to a minimum. Any works required outside normal hours will be kept to a minimum.