A fairly blunt instrument for assessment, levels could not take account of regional issues or the individual differences between schools. (schoolsweek.co.uk)
It's a very regional issue, however, with the oppression much greater in the south and middle of the country. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)
Political decisions made almost anywhere around the globe can have far - reaching consequences, and regional issues now often have worldwide significance. (religion-online.org)