1.   The advertisement proudly noted that the labour cost index for Britain is one hundred, compared to one seventy eight in Germany.

2.   It is encouraging business investments from abroad and private enterprise is beginning to take off.

3.   And almost as early, he also began alienating the intelligentsia who had brought him to power by encouraging business interests and controversial development deals.

4.   As an e-commerce shakeout has begun to claim early casualties, a big challenge many Web retailers face is encouraging repeat business.

5.   Gioia said he was not sure what measures the board might take, but it could involve legal action or encouraging businesses to boycott the two billboard companies.

6.   Gore and Mbeki signed agreements today aimed at encouraging business ties, and the exchange of agricultural skills and technological information.

7.   One major goal is encouraging repeat business, said Lou Orsatti, a local consultant who worked on a direct marketing account for BMW.

8.   State officials and business leaders are trying to turn around the economy there by promoting tourism and encouraging businesses related to undersea research and development.

9.   Still, members of both parties said the legislation would help ensure a healthy recovery by encouraging businesses to invest more in new factories and equipment.

10.   The emphasis is on targeted tax cuts and encouraging private business development rather than new governmental programs.