61.  Environmental groups welcomed the acknowledgement of a growing rate of loss, but suggested that the true figures could be higher.

62.  Each has been the subject of strong protests by local people and environmental groups.

63.  Environmental groups have criticized the government for failing to designate Ramsar sites quickly enough.

64.  In another move, environmental groups will be allowed to apply for legal status and funds to assist the authorities to enforce the law.

65.  A survey by the environmental group Friends of the Earth has revealed that air quality in four British towns is breaching safety levels set by the EC.

66.  Environmental groups such as the Countryside Council for Wales, English Nature and the World Wide Fund for Nature have objected to the use of orimulsion in Britain.

67.  The environmental groups cite a number of examples of inappropriate use of the funds.

68.  This has led to concern by environmental groups that some may fall into the hands of terrorists or governments keen to develop nuclear weapons, during shipment to Japan.

69.  The Wildlife Protection Law was passed after sustained lobbying from environmental groups.

70.  Several environmental groups have expressed doubts.