1.   The group has expressed concern about reports of political violence in Africa.

2.   Several environmental groups have expressed doubts.

3.   The group expresses support for the introduction of a levy on electricity consumers to finance renewable-energy projects.

4.   In spite of this justification, however, some groups still expressed misgivings about the selection of as an opening.

5.   As of today, at least five investment groups have expressed an interest in bidding.

6.   At least one group has already expressed concerns about the deal.

7.   Besides Liggett and the Reidsville workers, two other groups had expressed an interest in buying the B.A.T brands.

8.   Besides Liggett, at least three other groups have expressed an interest in buying the B.A.T brands.