1.   For many pensioner couples, this should mean a reduction in their tax liability.

2.   Unfortunately, the major changes in work practices, although greatly improving our efficiency, have meant a reduction in the number of jobs.

3.   An additional benefit is that the machine is easy to clean, meaning a reduction in labour time.

4.   For bonds and other financial assets, this means a reduction in their rate of interest.

5.   But poll tax capping means cuts in County Council budgets, and that means substantial reductions in the number of new books the library can buy.

6.   It will mean a reduction in services.

7.   But it would also mean steep reductions in benefits.

8.   But reducing weight does not have to mean a reduction in strength.