"The proposals to replace clearing with a fairer and better-managed process mark a significant change to the most fraught part of the applications cycle and will be a very welcome innovation for applicants, " said Mr Willetts.

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The nine other SEALs, including Mark, formed three-man units for clearing the inner courtyard.

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For chief executive Mark Hurd , though, that was just a bit of deck clearing before he makes his strategic play.

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