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The reform process was put in train in 1985, by the Liberal government.CALD

The prospect of London's Big Bang in October 1986 set in train a process of consolidation among banks (British and foreign) and City stockbrokers. BNC

As you may know the Cardinal has already taken steps to set in train a thorough investigation into the moral implications of the Law Lords' decision. BNC

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