11.   The statement was issued by leading bishops following an emergency meeting of the Holy Synod in Belgrade.

12.   The United Nations has issued a statement deploring the continued fighting.

13.   The United States Conference of Mayors issued a statement denouncing the move to repeal.

14.   There were erroneous reports that the company had issued false statements.

15.   When the statement had been issued, Mr Telford allowed his pistol to be hauled up on a rope.

16.   Last night he issued a statement denying the allegations.

17.   Shortly afterwards the Council issued a statement denouncing the Iraqi memorandum.

18.   The following day three main militias issued statements saying that they would withdraw.

19.   In late January ULFA had issued a statement saying that it was ready to respond to any mediatory initiative.

20.   The reports had caused widespread public outcry, and many organizations including the ANC had issued statements condemning the announcement.