Urgent cable works in Market Drayton now due to finish by 28 June

Urgent cable repair and replacement works being carried out by Western Power Distribution (WPD) throughout Market Drayton are now due to be completed by 28 June 2021.

The work is to replace 460m of low voltage cable that has come to the end of its working life. Urgent replacement of the cable is required to maintain and improve security of supply to all customers connected to it.

During the works there are temporary traffic signals and periods of phased road closures on Phoenix Bank, High Street, Church Street, Shropshire Street and St Mary’s Street.

In a statement, WPD said:

“Western Power Distribution is continuing with emergency works in Market Drayton town centre and has almost completed the installation of the new mains electricity cables. Works to transfer the 68 properties that will be serviced by these cables will be completed by 28 June.  Western Power Distribution appreciates your patience while these emergency works are completed.

“We would like to apologise for any inconvenience caused to residents and motorists.”

Shropshire Council will continue to review and monitor the works as they progress.