There were also no significant differences between the groups in relation to their speech, language, behaviour or neurological development.

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Under the terms of the ASBO granted on Friday Dickens cannot use abusive, offensive, threatening or intimidating language or behaviour in a public place.

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It's a case of bad behaviour, bad language and very very bad timing.

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"I think we'll know the next time there is tension on the streets, if you hear different language and you see different behaviour, then it will have been worthwhile, " Mr Nesbitt said.

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"When strong language is combined with aggressive or bullying behaviour, its potential for offence is compounded, " it added.

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The council said most tombstoners were between 14 and 19-years-old and the associated anti-social behaviour included underage drinking, foul language and violence.

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Free travel privileges can be withdrawn for a minimum period of six months for consistent bad behaviour like bullying or using threatening language.

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Even more controversial, is Prof Chen's assertion that language differences underpin wider differences in people's behaviour.

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To use politically correct language, although not dishonest, can involve an uncomfortable change in behaviour.

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SHARIA, the Islamic code of behaviour and law, has become an electric term in the language of politics.

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