Workers moved over city gas leak

It is understood workmen cut through a pipe

A gas leak in Belfast city centre has led to the evacuation of nearby businesses.

It is understood workmen cut through a pipe in Bedford Street early on Thursday afternoon.

A Phoenix Natural Gas spokesperson said a third-party contractor had damaged the supply.

Workers were told to move for their own safety as levels of gas in the area increased. Engineers were called to the scene to repair the damage.