"It certainly is a most regrettable incident and I think it highlights the need to engage with the fire service in community outreach programmes about the importance of them being about to go about their work without interference, " she said.

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"It is very regrettable, " a spokesman said.

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"It is regrettable that there was a misunderstanding arising from my comment, " said Butt.

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"During my time in politics I have never seen a situation like this and it is regrettable that we have to do this, " he said.

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It is regrettable that gun control has become a political football.

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It is regrettable that he has chosen to seek my removal in such a fashion, particularly given the difficult period of change we are all experiencing.

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The Conservative-led council said the decision was "regrettable" but it could no longer subsidise the company which is trading at a loss.

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