Tankers keep taps flowing as mains repair continues

Tankers are continuing to pump water into the pipe network to keep taps flowing in an area of Oxfordshire while repairs continue to fix a water main.

The burst pipe at Sutton Courtenay on Monday meant those in the OX14 postcode area had no water or low pressure.

Thames Water said a specialist valve has been fitted but further work to fix the burst pipe will be needed later on Thursday.

It said the tankers will remain in place to maintain supply until the work is done and that it will provide a further update on Friday morning.

It said the repair is complex and has taken longer than expected after newts were found at the location of the ruptured pipe.

It has thanked customers for their patience and apologised for the inconvenience.