A busy road in Witham was shut over the weekend for essential gas works.

Engineers from Cadent were working in Spinks Lane, Witham, to maintain the quality of the gas supply in the area.

The road was closed between Witham Leisure Centre and its junction with Bridge Street and a diversion was put in place via Bridge Street, Collingwood Road, Chipping Hill and Spa Road.

All businesses and facilities in the area were open as usual and gas supplies will not be interrupted during the work.

Martin Robinson, Cadent's network supervisor, said: "We’re doing all we can to get this work completed as soon as possible including working through the weekend.

“We’re sorry for any inconvenience this essential repair may cause but the work must be done to help ensure local area keeps on enjoying safe and reliable gas supplies for cooking and heating.”

For more information on the work people can call 0845 835 1111 or email wecare@cadentgas.com.