A WOMAN was handed a community order after assaulting two police officers.

Zoe Powell, of The Avenue, Leigh admitted committing the assaults on July 31.

The 26-year-old also pleaded guilty to being drunk while in charge of a child.

She must complete a rehabilitation requirement order.

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Powell was fined £50 and ordered to pay compensation of £100 and court costs of £85.

The defendant was sentenced at Wigan and Leigh Magistrates' Court.