I have had a call from a resident concerned about the possibility of roadworks being abandoned.

It seems that a contractor, employed by Southern Gas Networks, has financial issues and I am told there are instances of road closures, lane closures and traffic light controls operating, without any evidence of work being carried out.

I have contacted Highway bosses in the hope of finding out exactly what is going on and will post an update when I hear further.

Do let me know if you have seen any roadworks in the New Forest area that appear to have been abandoned.