The plans marked the start of a major change in the way government works by increasing accountability directly to the public.

But the plan marks a departure from some of Mr. Bush's past comments.

The plan marks the first time Tunisia invested more in industry, 31.7% of the government's budget, than in agriculture, 14.8%.

The plan, he added, "marks the most dramatic change to P.& G.'s structure, work processes and culture in the company's history."

The plan, presented last late in the day, marked the first time a proposal by the high-revenue clubs was discussed and voted on.

Lithuania's plan marks the first attempt by local Communists to break with the central party.

The plan marks a sharp divergence in how the Government would encourage airport expansion, which now relies heavily on Federal grants.

But some on the Government side said the plan marked a change of the rebels' tone, and perhaps their attitude, that they found encouraging.

The sixth plan also marked the beginning of economic liberalisation.

Shays' latest plan marks the first time he has specified dates.