Another factor that could influence the Bank of England is the timing of any General Election.

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The other factor likely to influence currency values in the coming months is the flight to quality or the search for a safe-haven currency.

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One factor that will influence this calculation is the size of the African force, and what sort of Western support it can get to overcome current deficiencies in funding, supplies and training.

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The other factor is the growing influence of money in politics.

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"Witnesses commented that the political strength of the chancellor of the exchequer was one factor explaining the current power and influence of the Treasury, " said the report.

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And though it remains a fairly socially conservative country - the continued influence of the Catholic Church is a key factor - it is also a socially tolerant country.

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Therefore, the CO2 amplification factor might have contributed proportionately much more influence than today, causing it to be less relevant to current circumstances.

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As we discussed his new role, he shared his belief that community, more than any other factor, will transform the role of leaders and influence the development of workplace culture.

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The influence of the professionally run charitable foundations may also be a deciding factor in making Investor unique, for the foundations are ultimately the biggest winners or losers from the decisions of Investor's managers.

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