21.   In this economic climate new ideas were few and far between.

22.   The economic climate remains uncertain.

23.   The country experienced something of a flight of capital as investors sought alternative outlets in more favourable economic climates.

24.   In the present economic climate, I feel we are taking a backward step to the bad old days.

25.   BP Exploration is committed to the continuous improvement of its already high HSE performance, despite the tough economic climate.

26.   The actions we have taken with our poor performing businesses over the last three years have protected the company in a difficult economic climate.

27.   The Better Business Scheme was restructured during the year, with additional support being offered to companies threatened by the depressed economic climate.

28.   As the economic climate gradually improves, this process will be accelerated through an effective partnership between the public and private sectors.

29.   Northern France, though, was more suited to the establishment of a new style, being an area less troubled by warfare and of more stable economic climate.

30.   In the current economic climate it is very important to conserve cash, so we bought with shares.