Urging utility companies to minimise disruption for residents

We’re urging utility companies to do everything they can to minimise the disruption caused by maintenance and repair work.

With work ongoing in Rottingdean by Southern Water, and further repairs scheduled by Southern Gas Networks next month, we’re asking both to ensure the impact on residents and commuters is minimal.

Councillor Trevor Muten, Chair of the Transport and Sustainability committee said: “We understand utility companies need to carry out essential work, but it’s vital they do everything they can to reduce the disruption this causes to our residents, businesses and visitors.”

“Our teams work hard to ensure repairs and maintenance are coordinated, monitoring traffic levels and keeping people safe. As the local authority, we issue permits so that important work can be done, but we expect everyone, including our own highways contractors, to comply with the permit conditions.”

“Utility companies and their contractors have a responsibility to ensure we keep the city moving, especially on busy routes like the A259. That includes communicating effectively with residents, adequate traffic management and minimising work during busy periods.”

“We expect utility companies and their contractors working in our city meet the highest standards. Where there is non-compliance with permits, we will take action.”

“The disruption caused in Rottingdean last week was extremely frustrating and I hope we won’t see a repeat in the coming weeks.”

Upcoming work

Southern Gas Networks is replacing a gas main along Marine Drive between Nevill Road and Rottingdean High Street from 7 May to around 14 June. This will involve a lane closure to keep disruption to a minimum.

Information about planned roadworks in the city can be found on the One Network website.