I have just heard from council roads officers that the road closure caused by the oil pipeline at Netherley is scheduled to run from Wednesday 27 December for a further 21 days. Diversions are signposted.
Here is the update I received this morning on the problems with the Forties pipeline near Netherley, from the owners INEOS.
“INEOS continues to make steady progress towards the safe repair of the Forties Pipeline.
“The precautionary safety cordon remains at 150m. The road to the site (the unclassified CK12 Netherley to Cookney road) remains closed and all non-essential drivers are being requested to seek alternative routes to ensure that the road remains clear for essential works. No issues with security overnight.
“There have been no changes in the crack dimensions since Monday 11th, and the pipeline remains stable.
“Parts for the repair are being procured from numerous suppliers and have begun arriving at the site. More parts will arrive over the next few days.
“The preparation work ahead of the repair is continuing and includes hot work to the external faces of the existing pipe.
“Intrusive repair work has not yet commenced, but is likely to commence tomorrow.
“Progress remains good, and we remain on track to achieve a 2-4 week repair window in line with the original estimate.”
