1.   But if students actively dislike school, higher standards and better assessments are not going to change their minds.

2.   Government officials are claiming that the health care available here is of a much higher standard than in neighbouring countries.

3.   Higher environmental standards have to some extent highlighted the problem of offensive odours.

4.   In three successive general election campaigns, the Conservative party has promised higher standards in education.

5.   Patent applications must meet a higher legal standard to be granted and offer a different legal protection than do copyrights.

6.   Problem is, the current system resists higher standards, whether in student performance or teacher competency.

7.   Takeaways take aim for the stars CHINESE takeaway restaurants will soon be given a star rating to encourage higher standards.

8.   The growth in such services will often stem from government legislation providing for higher standards as the following examples make clear.

9.   They were to be prepared for their maternal duties and given material assistance to maintain a higher standard of motherhood.