adopted

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The organisation, which represents 98% of officers, is backing a model adopted in New Zealand where police are not routinely armed but do have access to weapons.

From BBC

In West Virginia, the state Senate adopted a resolution to make Oct.

From Salon

Alvaston Moor Academy said the change - which would come into force for Year 7 pupils from September - had been adopted after a consultation with pupils, staff and parents.

From BBC

He was adopted from the renowned London animal shelter, Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, when he was believed to be about four years old.

From Barron's

The name was changed to Rising Stars Challenge in 2012 to include second-year players, and the current tournament-style format was adopted four years ago.

From Los Angeles Times