Wales & West Utilities has been in close collaboration with Somerset Council to plan the project. The utility company assures that local businesses will continue to operate as usual. "While most of the gas network is underground and out of sight, it plays a central role in the daily lives of this community. Wales & West Utilities is keen to remain in contact with the community during the project. Wales & West Utilities delivers energy to over 7.5m people across Wales and the South West of England.