31.   Her position had become precarious in recent days, with several party officials publicly demanding her resignation.

32.   His position became virtually untenable with the recent home defeat against Independiente, managed by arch rival Cesar Luis Menotti.

33.   After a nervy start when United flirted with relegation and his position became shaky he launched the Red Devils on the most trophy-laden period in their history.

34.   Their position has become increasingly difficult, with many European leagues adopting plans to scrap limits on EU foreigners.

35.   Paisley said he told Major he wanted to read a statement in which his position would become clear but that the prime minister refused to listen to it.