11.   Dole choked back tears as he announced his resignation.

12.   Cordon announced his resignation to staff members on Wednesday.

13.   It is with deep regret that he is announcing his resignation.

14.   He is the latest person to announce his resignation.

15.   UNSTB secretary-general Romain Vilon Guezo announced his resignation soon afterwards.

16.   After calling an extraordinary Cabinet meeting as the extent of his defeat became clear, Mazowiecki announced the resignation of his government.

17.   Following his arrest Abe announced his resignation from the LDP but stated that he would not resign from the Diet.

18.   Snegur announced the resignation of all except four of the government, the Security, Defence and Interior ministers being three of those staying on.

19.   Other news, Graham Taylor announced his resignation and was joined by Lawrie MacMenemy last night.

20.   Lord Goold announced his resignation as chairman of the orchestra last autumn.