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Gas replacement work along a main road has been delayed due to “engineering difficulties”. The A250 Queenborough Road in Halfway, Sheppey, was supposed to shut for three weeks this month. It was part of SGN’s 30-year scheme to replace old metal pipes with more reliable ones. A spokesman added: “We understand roadworks can be frustrating. However, the new plastic pipe has a lifespan of 80 years. “This means that once our work is done, Sheerness residents and businesses will be able to enjoy the benefits of a safe and reliable supply of gas for many years to come.” It was supposed to start in Qu…

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