Dale Cortman prepared to lead a large supply convoy across Garmsir District, which had long been a lawless region near the border with Pakistan.

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In a review of services, St Albans City and District Council's Cabinet will supply slip-on snow shoes to fit over safety boots.

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The price of domestic sugar is going up, thanks to a recent federal district court ruling that threatens to severely limit the supply of genetically modified beet sugar, which accounts for some 95% of all planted sugar in the United States.

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But Mr Price, who is also the corporate director of Tendring District Council, says this in itself doesn't explain why supply of housing is outstripped by demand.

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Buyers, district managers and vice presidents would review all aspects of the business, from the supply chain to marketing and customer service.

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