Four weeks of delays due to gas pipe work

A section of Reigate Hill is closing southbound for gas pipe replacement
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Traffic delays are expected in a Surrey town for up to four weeks due to gas network upgrades.
The A217 Reigate Hill is closed to southbound motorists from Monday between its junctions with Brokes Road and Birkheads Road.
SGN, the gas distribution company, said it is replacing old pipes along a section of the road.
A company spokesperson "apologised for any inconvenience" and said the closure was "to ensure everyone's safety".
The company statement read: "These works are part of a 30-year programme to replace aging gas mains with modern, long-lasting plastic piping to ensure a continued safe and reliable supply of gas to local homes and businesses.
"Once completed, the upgraded network will serve the community safely and reliably for many decades to come."
The company said the new plastic pipe would have a lifespan of 80 years.
Affected motorists should follow the signed diversion route via Raglan Road.
Light vehicles should then continue via Croydon Road and Rushworth Road, while HGVs must follow a separate diversion route via A242, A23, and A25.

Cafe owner Debbie Davis says her business will be impacted
Debbie Davis, a nearby cafe owner, told BBC Radio Surrey: "Inevitably it is going to affect us as the diversions are looking widespread.
"It's just another thing we've got to contend with. But I'm sure the customers will get to us."
Bradley Lock, Reigate resident, said: "I don't think the bus I take to work will be running for a month which will make things quite difficult."
In January, another road in the town, Gatton Park Road, was closed for four months for water mains replacement.
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