For his part, General Wiranto opposed calls for an international peacekeeping force, saying his men alone would provide security during the consultation procedure.

ECONOMIST: East Timor

The president has also introduced a new procedure for their approval: after public consultation on their suitability, the nominees are now grilled by the Senate.

ECONOMIST: Crimes past, crimes present

Mr O'Sullivan said consultation with all the relevant unions would be "standard procedure".

BBC: Maltby Colliery