31.   But the same freeze-thaw problems hit Scottish water utilities, which are still in government hands.

32.   But the Sudanese government said Yei and Lanya were still firmly in government hands.

33.   But that choice should be free of the invisible government hand.

34.   Fifty-one percent of the shares are to remain in government hands.

35.   Garang is currently leading his forces toward Juba, the largest town in southern Sudan still in government hands.

36.   He is currently leading a separate offensive toward Juba, the largest town still in government hands in southern Sudan.

37.   He has repeatedly pledged hand the government over to a civilian leadership, but has reneged each time so far.

38.   If he becomes premier, he would also have effective control of state TV if it remains in government hands.

39.   Interior Minister Armando Estrada announced on Monday that the government received a communique saying Betancourt would be held until guerrillas in government hands are freed.

40.   Indian officials deny the hostages are in government hands.