He points out that whilst ministerial promises of thousands of extra beds can be relied on for favourable headlines, there is a danger that expanding hospitals' capacity to cope with unusual peaks in demand could render them inefficient.

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It is hoped that through constructive dialogue, States Parties will be able to create a favourable environment for the development of creative industries throughout the world, which, as we know, are not only the principal contemporary vehicles of cultural expressions but also generate income and employment while contributing to social cohesion.

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But finance directors can hardly be blamed for taking advantage of such a favourable climate.

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The impact, however, will be partly softened for the City of London by giving more favourable treatment to long-term pay linked to the health of a bank, such as equity or bonds that are written down when an institution fails.

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ISAs is more favourable than for long-term savings, then the success of stakeholder pensions could be jeopardised.

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He said it might be the case that the virus was found in these particular cancer cells simply because they provided favourable conditions for it.

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