1.   Already under a probation order for attacking a songwriter the previous year, he found himself on another assault charge.

2.   As in previous years the organisers welcome competitors running for a charity of their choice.

3.   Electronics exports grew more slowly than in previous years.

4.   Exam results are looked at closely, subject by subject, and comparisons are made with previous years and with neighbouring schools.

5.   In previous years her job has been filled by a preregistration house officer.

6.   It was backed by its traditional allies from the debates of previous years.

7.   Jack put the frustrations of the previous year from his mind and took a sheet of writing paper from his pocket.