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The government is expected to demand major reductions in the numbers of civil servants, though this is unlikely to take the form of a specific numerical target.

However, the Conservatives have also, separately, pledged to impose a "strict numerical cap" on immigration if they returned to power.

Hamas’ numerical strength has always been extremely difficult to assess, because of its secretive nature and lack of reliable intelligence from inside Gaza.

But their numerical advantage is slim, and it would only take a few Republican defectors to potentially block the move.

The statistics offer a numerical measure of Salah's influence and significance but it goes wider than that - all the more reason why Liverpool must surely be prioritising his signature on a new contract.