Northern Sound confirmed that Eirgrid in November had written to these landowners in Meath, Cavan and Monaghan, with an voluntary compensation package.

Deputy Carthy commended the work of local authority crews and communities who worked together to clear roads and support those most vulnerable during both storm's this week.

A second interconnector is needed according to Eirgrid.

Eirgrid held an information roadshow at the Hotel Kilmore, Cavan last week when members of the public could ask questions and get information.

EirGrid has written to landowners along the route of the North-South Interconnector in Counties Meath, Cavan and Monaghan, offering compensation.

Nigel Hillis of the County Monaghan Anti Pylon group says Eirgrid can't have their cake and eat it.

Cllr Seamus Coyle believes local opposition against the mast is stronger than ever before.