1.   But they also say the United States seems to assume that it should not have to compete for the key posts.

2.   Lahoud, formerly commander in chief of the army, uses officers he has appointed to key posts as his power base.

3.   No doubt Britain tries to increase its influence by placing its representatives in key posts, but all member states do that.

4.   There is also likely to be ring fencing of some key posts.

5.   A further small number of reservists were called out during January to fill certain key posts, but there were no plans to introduce conscription.

6.   Chief Constable Frank Taylor plans to employ civilians in key posts releasing more officers for patrol duties.

7.   In Stirling this weekend, a pressure group geared to advancing the case for more women to be given key party posts will be set up.

8.   John Prescot has won a key post in the new shadow cabinet, moving from transport to employment.

9.   Among other key Cabinet posts, Hashimoto appointed former Labor Minister Mitsuo Horiuchi as new trade minister, and veteran LDP politician Kanezo Muraoka as chief Cabinet secretary.