The acquisition on March 28th of Volvo by Geely, a Chinese carmaker, is the latest example of low-cost Chinese producers' determination to build global brands.

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"I have no doubt that Prof Ebdon has the qualities and determination to help those students from low-income and under-represented groups to secure the places in higher education that their attainments and potential show they deserve, " he concluded.

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Mr Stevenson's motion stated Scotland was developing a national consensus and determination to play a full role in developing the technologies, skills and expertise to build a low carbon economy.

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