But with Petraeus, the issue is less about political hypocrisy than professional competence.

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Most observers agree that the new appointees owe their seats to professional competence and hard work, not political connections.

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Ms Davenport will attend a public "confirmatory hearing" on Monday when she will answer questions from the panel on professional competence and personal independence.

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"It is my view that it should be revoked on two grounds - the failure of the undertakings and the removal of professional competence, " the commissioner said.

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Though the Iraqi forces have demonstrated "increasing professional competence, " the report says they still rely heavily on coalition support and guidance, especially in combat and logistical matters.

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They will also study for a level 4 diploma in IT, software, web and telecommunications professional competence, and will be expected to work predominantly at GCHQ, the electronic communications agency - although some will go on to work for MI5, the security service, or MI6 intelligence agency.

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During the workshop James Keevy of the South African Qualifications Authority and Poonam Batra, Professor of Education, Central Institute of Education, University of Delhi will assist participants in the reflection on conceptual and methodological approaches to developing frameworks of qualifications and certifications, pathways in defining standards of professional competence, among other topics.

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