The British authorities did not wish to offend the Soviets.

If the authorities had wished, the two men would have been kept in jail for the rest of their lives.

Now imagine the case where the authorities wish to see a reduction in this rate of expansion.

UK interest rates would have to follow suit if the authorities wished to maintain a stable exchange rate.

There is much more of a problem, however, if the authorities wish to expand the money supply.

He said that France was prepared to play a peacekeeping role if international authorities wished.

Word was soon received that Australian military authorities wished to inspect the school with a view to taking it over.

It is something that local authorities may wish to consider when designing their service.

It was closed in 1995 after the local authorities wished to use the building for a different purpose.

If the authorities wish to prosecute people who were decision-makers, then they may do so.