Ashley The Only NE Billionaire!

Last updated : 07 May 2011 By Footy Mad - Editor

The 46-year-old divorcee’s personal wealth grew by £378m to £1,268m last year - making him the richest person in the North-East by £830m.

Ashle has benefited from the recovery of his Sports Direct chain, with his personal stake now worth £812m.

Ashley is the country’s 52nd richest person, up from 65th last year.

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