Sentences with phrase «measures aimed at»

Ottawa also unveiled new measures aimed at portfolio insurance, a type of bulk insurance that banks use for mortgages with down payments of 20 per cent or more.

«In light of recent policy measures aimed at the housing sector at both the provincial and national levels, it may be time for a pause to assess the impacts of these already announced policy decisions.»

Russian President Vladimir Putin has instructed the national government to design new measures aimed at tightening control of the Russian real estate industry and to regulate the activities of real estate brokers, according to an official spokesman of the press service of the Kremlin.

The chief executive at one of Canada's biggest banks is supportive of the new package of federal measures aimed at easing risks in the country's real estate system.

Melissa Sweet writes: Health services across Australia will be required to implement wide - ranging measures aimed at improving the safety and quality of care provided to Aboriginal and Torres... Read more

(6) The new plan includes a range of measures aimed at strengthening Aboriginal leadership and economic independence.

[3] The Minister described the measures to be introduced as measures aimed at «stabilis (ing) and protect (ing) communities in the crisis area» with all action «designed to ensure the protection of Aboriginal children from harm».

The SHS has a number of advantages over other measures aimed at assessing global subjective well - being.

The second is the provision of special measures aimed at facilitating the advancement of certain racial groups who historically have been disadvantaged by past discriminatory policies.

The measures aimed at providing this protection must be appropriate to the unique characteristics of the title.

The 2014 Federal Budget measures aimed at the wider community will impact the most vulnerable poor people in Australia into deeper levels of poverty, particularly Indigenous Australians.

In summary, the study revealed a range of approaches adopted by companies to negotiating agreements with Indigenous communities, from an approach that opposed measures aimed at protecting Indigenous rights to one that exceeds the legal requirements.

Also this year, two states passed measures aimed at facilitating the ability of pharmacists to dispense emergency contraception without a prescription, bringing to five the number of states taking this approach.

The company has already unveiled several measures aimed at improving privacy and transparency, but chief executive Mark Zuckerberg has said it may take several years... (continued)

The South Korean government's top financial regulator has outlined a new set of measures aimed at curbing speculation and eliminating anonymity within the country's expansive cryptocurrency market.

In a bid to fight such incidences, Google has been facing more pressure from lawmakers who want the search giant to implement stricter measures aimed at cracking down on fake websites.

The Financial Services Agency (FSA) announced that it is ready to conduct inspections of national cryptocurrency exchanges in order to evaluate their security measures aimed at protecting customers» funds.

A report by the local newspaper Sankei Shimbun claimed that the agency has started their review on whether the exchanges dealing with virtual currencies like Bitcoin have implemented measures aimed at protecting their users.

In February, the South Korean government's top financial regulator outlined a new set of measures aimed at curbing speculation and eliminating anonymity within the country's expansive cryptocurrency market.

Gold Tax Cut But Tracking Stepped Up As multiple resources reported last week, Indian authorities are in the process of bringing in a raft of measures aimed at facilitating better monitoring of the precious metal with the country's borders.

The new US security protocol calls for more rigorous screening of passengers and electronics, as well as measures aimed at thwarting «insider attacks.»

«The budget had a series of measures aimed at specific perceived corporate tax abuses.»

Be sensitive to the fact this inquiry from the court is a necessary facet of measures aimed at avoiding unnecessary litigation, and to minimize the backlog and delays plaguing the courts and leading to increased litigation costs;

But whereas rape trials may no more be sullied by stereotypes about victim behaviour than is the case with Saturday night GBH, race hatred, mugging, and mini-market shoplifting, the sensitive political issues surrounding the crime of rape may drive pressures for the introduction of sui generis measures aimed at removing myths from the minds of jurors.

The Commission is proposing a range of measures aimed at enhancing the safety of toys by replacing and modernising the 20 - year - old Toys Directive 88 / 378 / EEC.

In the wake of September 11, 2001, Canada joined the international community in introducing security measures aimed at countering terrorism.

On February 15, 2012, the Commission on the Reform of Ontario's Public Services (the «Commission») released its long - awaited, 543 - page report (the «Report», commonly referred to as the «Drummond Report») which identifies sweeping reform measures aimed at increasing efficiencies within the broader public service («BPS»).

The Budget comes on the heels of the Drummond Report, which was released in mid-February and which recommended sweeping reform measures aimed at increasing efficiencies within the broader public service and the delivery of a variety government programs....

The Bill contains measures aimed at improving UK enforcement agencies» ability to recover the proceeds of crime, prevent the financing of terrorism, and tackle money laundering and tax evasion.

A number of measures aimed at reducing regulation have been recommended to the government by the Korean Development Institute, a think tank.

Announced in July 2015, the legislation will restrict mortgage interest tax relief for individuals renting out residential property and follows a raft of measures aimed at controlling the unprecedented growth of the buy to let sector over the last two decades.

• The measures aimed at providing transparency of data processing through better information and notification are inconsistent and ineffective.

When it comes to prevention, for example, he cites international trade measures aimed at bringing greater certainty to countries that their efforts at controlling greenhouse gas emissions won't fall victim to trade challenges.

Mutual assistance encompasses all measures aimed at facilitating the prosecution and punishment of criminal offences and is generally requested by prosecution authorities.

Recent government measures aimed at reforming criminal justice have the look of solutions searching for problems.

According to the Court, the Dutch measures aimed at «combating cross-subsidisation in the broad sense», ensuring «undistorted competition on the markets for the generation / production, supply and trade of electricity and gas» and guaranteeing» adequate investment in the electricity and gas distribution systems».

The review also recommended a number of other measures aimed at improving cycling safety, for example introducing a minimum overtaking distance for cars passing cyclists and some talks on mandatory insurance for cyclists.

In November 2011, the State Council approved a package of policies and measures aimed at meeting the energy and carbon targets included in the 12th Five ‐ Year Plan.

In reality though it could be that trying to bulldozer projects through, using what might be seen as draconian measures aimed at defecting opposition, could be counter-productive — consolidating opposition.

It also includes energy - efficiency measures aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from ships.

However, the company cooperated with the USFWS investigation and has already implemented measures aimed at minimizing avian deaths at the sites.

But the carbon lost from the increasing numbers of trees that are damaged or die could reduce this effect and reverse the positive impact of forest management measures aimed at reducing climate change.

However, he has also indicated that PUP is likely to support abolition of the Carbon Tax and the extensive measures aimed at promoting renewable energy and the independent science - based body responsible for advising government on future carbon reduction targets.

To make matters worse, measures aimed at improving fuel economy, such as hybrid electric cars, greater use of aluminium etc... require greater energy input in the manufacturing phase, which creates greater emissions upfront.

It also notes that, with increasing national and international interest in forestry and recent development of measures aimed at eliminating international trade in illegally sourced forest products, Asia - Pacific forestry now has a chance to address governance issues and move towards a greener and more equitable path.

The implication is that measures aimed at lower amounts of SLR will suffice only for a limited time, suggesting the value of flexible approaches that can be extended in the future without prohibitive costs and continual rebuilding.

The survey finds both support and skepticism for major efforts to reduce climate change on the first day of a Paris summit, with international leaders aiming to forge consensus on measures aimed at slowing the rise of global temperatures.

The Greek parliament has voted narrowly in favour of a package of austerity measures aimed at preventing the nation from defaulting on its debts.

Some state legislators are introducing special tax measures aimed at dog food sales to pay for spay and neuter programs.

Members will be expected to be co-operative in any measures aimed at the eradicating of any hereditary diseases, including undertaking to have breeding stock tested under BVA / KC Eye, Hip and Elbow testing schemes, and / or for hereditary diseases for which there is a KC Breed Scheme for DNA testing.