Carillion Utility Services, who will carry out the work, has been awarded the contract to cover the Northern Gas Networks area of northern Cumbria, the North East and most of Yorkshire.

Steven Bradwell, general manager of United Utilities Networks said: “Following the quality of their submission, we are pleased to have selected Carillion to partner with us in delivering our contract with Northern Gas Networks. We look forward to a long and fruitful partnership, focusing on customer service, health and safety and operational efficiencies.”

Peter Jones, managing director of Carillion Utility Services said: “We’re delighted to have been awarded this important contract. This award supplements our existing Gas connections business within a similar geographical footprint and demonstrates Carillion’s capability within the Gas industry.”