Mr Hardwick then said Mr Rhodes would not return to his role as chief constable - before changing his mind.

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Although not believing Patel's skill-set is right for the changing role of the company's CFO, Synesael noted Level 3's interest in keeping him on indicates its satisfaction with his performance over the last two years.

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The Very Reverend John Clarke, the Dean of Wells - who is chairing the committee, said the church was changing very fast and the role of a bishop was governed "to some extent" by some of the processes in society.

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