He said all opposition parties had "welcomed in principle" a switch to independent regulation.
Dr Peter Tiplady, chairman of the BMA's public health committee, welcomed this latest consultation exercise.
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The American Beverage Association, which is leading the fight against the ban, welcomed the decision.
Nevada has long welcomed starry-eyed couples - drunk, sober, or freshly divorced - into its wedding chapels.
His appointment was welcomed by Education Secretary Michael Gove who described him as a "distinguished, honourable" MP.
Howard Wheeldon, senior strategist at London-based BGC Partners, also welcomed the market rally after a "torrid week".
Cyclists are also more likely to meet people and be welcomed in places where tour buses are not.
Barry Liffen, chairman of the Wellingborough Hackney Carriage Association, said the group welcomed the changes.
The people of Ubud are incredibly open, and foreigners are welcomed into the local religious world.
Andrew Griffin, owner of the Cappuccino Cafe at the Piece Hall, said he welcomed the plans.
Charities have broadly welcomed the rules, suggesting they could also help reunite lost dogs with owners.
Scotland's largest teaching union, the EIS has welcomed the publication of the new resources.
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Liberal Democrat AM Peter Black welcomed the changes, but urged the government for transparency.
However, it welcomed the idea of using mobile clinics in rural areas unsupported by normal practices.
South African President Kgalema Motlanthe, chairman of the Southern African Development Community, welcomed the draft.
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Mary Newburn, Head of Policy Research, National Childbirth Trust, welcomed standardised care and information for women.
Both Glamorgan and Newport universities welcomed Mr Andrews' decision to allow their merger to progress.
Instead of some clunky traditional camera interface, you'll be welcomed by your own, deliciously customizable environment.
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Dr Tim Key, a senior scientist at the Imperial Cancer Research Fund, welcomed the scheme.
Sundance president Robert Redford said the inaugural festival had been "warmly welcomed... by adventurous audiences".
Miller's original mission wasn't warmly welcomed when he started the company back in 2000.
It welcomed recent policy changes by Japanese authorities aimed at tackling deflation and boosting growth.
Campaigners in Chad have welcomed the arrest of Mahamat Djibrine, former President Hissene Habre's police chief.
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Secretary of State for Wales Cheryl Gillan welcomed the inclusion of Wylfa on the shortlist.
In our time-poor NHS these quick and easy solutions to a constant concern are welcomed.
The first three welcomed the Newzbin ruling, echoing the views of creative industry leaders.
George Wilson welcomed two replacements, radiomen, to his company, and directed them to a foxhole.
It is why the Labour government's ban on smoking in public places was so welcomed.
Health Minister Gisela Stuart welcomed the report and pledged to consider its recommendations "very carefully".
Speaking on Wednesday Quinn spokesperson Mona Bermingham said the move was welcomed as an initial step.
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