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17/12/2007
British Punters Bet On A White Christmas
More than £1 million is expected to be gambled on the prospect of a white Christmas, bookmakers are predicting.
However, weather forecasters are warning that those making a bet could be wasting their money.
Forecasters from MeteoGroupUK, the Met Office and Sky News have all said that a white Christmas is extremely unlikely this year, with predictions suggesting that Christmas is likely to be wet, windy and milder than it has been recently, instead.
However, gamblers are still refusing to heed the predictions, with punters in London being especially keen to place bets on a white Christmas.
(KMcA)
However, weather forecasters are warning that those making a bet could be wasting their money.
Forecasters from MeteoGroupUK, the Met Office and Sky News have all said that a white Christmas is extremely unlikely this year, with predictions suggesting that Christmas is likely to be wet, windy and milder than it has been recently, instead.
However, gamblers are still refusing to heed the predictions, with punters in London being especially keen to place bets on a white Christmas.
(KMcA)
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
