Villagers in 'abyss' without TV and internet for six weeks
Summary
Villagers near Llanelidan in Denbighshire have been without TV and internet for almost six weeks due to damaged overhead lines. Openreach, which manages the UK's digital network, has stated that repairs needed extra work because of the remote location. The outage affected two homes, causing concerns for residents, including a man with heart issues.Key Facts
- Two homes near Llanelidan, Denbighshire, lost TV and internet access on December 6.
- The disruption was caused by damage to overhead lines managed by Openreach.
- One resident, Howard Parry, voiced concerns about contacting emergency services due to his heart condition.
- Howard and his wife rely on broadband for their TV and landline services.
- Mobile phone signals in the area are poor, adding to residents' isolation.
- Openreach stated repairs were delayed due to needing landowner permission.
- Repairs are expected to occur by January 14.
- Openreach acknowledged the inconvenience but faced criticism for inadequate communication with affected residents.
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