1.   Few authorities consider that short-term emission reduction options can prevent the first stage of a smog occurring.

2.   The authorities considered these cases suitable for civil, not criminal, legal proceedings.

3.   The military authorities considered that the need for action was great, and time was short.

4.   The local authority considered that the school did not meet requirements.

5.   The German authorities are considering an airlift if the situation becomes critical.

6.   As soon as they are replaced they are broken again and the church authorities are considering wire netting as a protection.

7.   Before embarking on care proceedings a local authority should always consider whether it could improve the family situation sufficiently by the provision of services on a voluntary basis.

8.   As a matter of good practice, local authorities should consider using this power as an alternative to removing the child under an emergency protection order.

9.   The Guidance also requires local authorities to consider review, as a matter of good practice, following an unsuccessful application for a court order.