Over 8,000 Northern Ireland homes still without power a week post-Storm Eowyn, sparking criticism.

Over 8,000 homes in Northern Ireland are still without power a week after Storm Eowyn. Northern Ireland Electricity (NIE) Networks has over 1,550 staff working to restore power, with some areas expecting electricity by Saturday night. Criticism arose from Emma Garrett, whose terminally ill father-in-law relies on electricity for health monitoring. She urged NIE Networks to prioritize vulnerable individuals and offer accommodation. The company stated it is working tirelessly to restore power.

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