If we send our men and women in uniform into harm's way, then it must be only when it is absolutely necessary.

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In return, they agree to whine only when it's absolutely necessary -- or every five seconds, whichever comes first.

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Guidance from the council says an emergency closure should only be made when it is "absolutely necessary in the best interests of pupils".

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It means he will only visit his official office in Kiev when absolutely necessary.

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