Work is progressing on the NI Sewer Rehabilitation Project following the completion of investigation works in Portadown, Lurgan and Magheralin.

The second of phase of the scheme will begin in these areas in early October.

The works will include the installation of "liners" in existing pipelines, the "open-dig" repair of short sections of sewer at isolated locations, as well as the laying of some short sections of new replacement pipelines.

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The work in this phase will primarily be undertaken using underground 'no-dig' techniques with a small amount of 'open-dig' work.

The works will be carried out at various locations throughout Portadown, Lurgan and Magheralin and notifications will be issued to residents and businesses in the affected areas as the work progresses.

Geda Construction is carrying out the project on behalf of NI Water.

The project represents an investment of £300,000 and is part of an overall programme by NI Water across the province to improve the existing sewerage network.

The work is expected to be completed in two months.

It will be necessary at some locations to have lane/road closures in place in order for the works to be carried out safely.

Traffic management and signage will be in place in all areas as necessary to inform the public in advance of the work.

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