Major Roadworks in Dummer Cause Fibre and Copper Cable Damage
On the evening of June 8, vital fibre and copper cables were damaged at a Dummer construction site. The disruption happened while builders were upgrading the Brighton Hill roundabout.
Engineers Rush to Fix Complex Damage
An Openreach spokesperson confirmed engineers are already on-site, battling to restore services. They warned the repair is a “complex fix that may take some time to fully recover.”
Priority for Vulnerable Customers
“We understand how frustrating this must be for those affected, and we will do everything we can to prioritise fixes for vulnerable customers and critical local services.”
They promised to provide temporary connections wherever possible while repairs continue.
What You Need to Do
If you’re experiencing service disruption, notify your provider immediately. The providers will then alert Openreach to speed up repairs.
