Council tax rise of 4.99pc set to be rubber stamped in Greater Manchester town
Households in Wigan are set to be hit with a 4.99 per cent council tax increase when the council’s cabinet rubber stamps its budget on Thursday (February 20).
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Wales breaking news plus weather and traffic updates (Monday, February 17)
Hello, and welcome to WalesOnline's live blog for Monday, February 17. We'll be bringing you all of the latest news from across Wales - whether you're on the move, at home or at work - as well as the latest traffic and travel.
Champions Trophy Set For Liftoff After India-Pakistan Row, Boycott Calls
The Champions Trophy begins from Wednesday after a turbulent build-up that saw the tournament split between Pakistan and Dubai, and with England facing calls to boycott their match against Afghanistan. The event, regarded as second only to the World Cup in the one-day game, runs until March 9 and is the first global cricket tournament hosted by Pakistan in nearly three decades. India's matches will however be played in the United Arab Emirates after the sport's financial superpower refused to visit their neighbour over long-standing political tensions.
Jude Bellingham 'Disrespectful' For Red Card Outburst, Says Barcelona Coach Hansi Flick
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick accused Jude Bellingham of being "disrespectful" after the Real Madrid star was sent-off in the 1-1 La Liga draw with Osasuna. The England international was dismissed for dissent after just 39 minutes on Saturday following a heated exchange with referee Jose Munuera Montero. Bellingham insisted it had been a "misunderstanding" and that he had not insulted the referee. "It was disrespectful, it's not for me to decide (what exactly Bellingham meant) but I tell my players not to waste time or energy talking to the referees," said Flick on Sunday.
Tottenham Hotspur Beat Manchester United In Battle Of Premier League Strugglers
Tottenham won the battle of the Premier League's underachievers 1-0 on Sunday to inflict another dismal result on Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim. James Maddison scored the only goal on 13 minutes as Spurs moved above United in the table into 12th thanks to a third win over the Red Devils this season. Victory eased the pressure on under-fire Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou after exiting both domestic cup competitions this month to go with their lowly league position. United now find themselves down in 15th, but do enjoy a 12-point cushion over the bottom three.
All set for Champions Trophy start after India-Pakistan row, boycott calls
KARACHI: The Champions Trophy begins Wednesday after a turbulent buildup that saw the tournament split between Pakistan and Dubai, and with England facing calls to boycott their match against Afghanistan.
Martin Lewis urges British Gas, Scottish Power, Octopus and EDF customers to act now as energy bills set to rise
Martin Lewis is warning millions of customers with energy suppliers like British Gas, Scottish Power, Octopus, EDF, E.on Next, and Ovo who are on the price cap, suggesting they could be "overpaying and should sort now". In the latest edition of the MoneySavingExpert (MSE.com) newsletter, the financial expert highlighted that the upcoming Ofgem price cap is expected to hike bills by 6 per cent from April 1, potentially adding some £200 to annual costs.
Inter miss chance to go top of Serie A after losing at Juventus in Derby d’Italia
MILAN: Defending champions Inter Milan missed their chance to move top of Serie A on Sunday after losing 1-0 at Juventus, who boosted thir hopes of a top-four finish.