61.   This had concerned the government which feared that such a precedent might result in the taxpayer making a high contribution to the cost of disposal.

62.   Throughout the case, China fiercely defended its actions and warned its legal system was its own business, and did not concern foreign governments.

63.   Officials said the government was concerned about the implications of the incident and the authorities were awaiting to hear if the LTTE was involved.

64.   The Financial Times on Thursday reported that the British government was concerned that Washington may be alienating public opinion here through its tough treatment of the prisoners.