Although there has been little press attention on the case, the home secretary is coming under growing political pressure to soften her stance. (politics.co.uk)
Public - sector unions around the nation face growing political pressures not only from Republicans but also from their traditional allies among Democrats, as governors grapple with recession, declining tax revenues and pension funds perilously close to bankruptcy. (nytimes.com)
The company has dominated the British pay - TV market ever since, although Rupert Murdoch was dealt a blow last week when his attempt to seize total ownership of the company was ended by growing political pressure relating to phone - hacking. (politics.co.uk)