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But Holyrood did support some of the toughest measures ever introduced in the UK, extending a ban on "irresponsible" drinks promotions by off-licences and small shops, which prohibit them from offering discounted bulk-buying and cheap drinks promotions.

Cut-price alcohol sales banned in Scotland Severin Carrell 2010

In 2005, the government said it had begun bulk-buying the drug Tamiflu, initially ordering 14. 6m doses after bird flu killed 40 in Asia.

Report condemns swine flu experts' ties to big pharma 2010

Other savings come from bulk-buying, online supplier auctions and "DFM" deals – sourcing products such as cotton wool balls direct from the manufacturer under the supply chain's own Choice for Health brand.

Is procurement outsourcing the answer to reducing public sector purchasing costs? 2010

The military has recently tested a system of bulk-buying commodities by putting in joint orders across the armed services which could cut purchasing costs.

Pentagon in Race for Raw Materials 2010

Not everyone is familiar with the fact of bulk-buying, and its impact on the position of the book on the NY Times bestseller list.

Obama Campaign Mapping Out Aggressive Counter-Attack Against Swift-Boating 2009

The Arab Americans who were picked up after bulk-buying cellphones at a Michigan Wal-Mart have had all terrorism-related charges dropped - and have charged with fraud instead.

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And that $12,000 figure could rise rapidly without the bulk-buying power and employee satisfaction concerns of employers.

RJ Eskow: McCain's Erratic Health Strategy: Now He's Slashing Medicare 2008

She introduced the MiRx Card, which discounts prescription drugs for uninsured families, and lowered drug costs by introducing the nation's first bulk-buying pool.

James P. Hoffa: Don't Forget Michigan - It's Too Important 2008

The company can do that with bulk-buying muscle, but the key to the Flight Centre formula is hands-on service in their offices and by telephone.

Have Agent, Will Travel 2007

Much easier is starting a neighborhood bulk-buying club or a food co-op.

Obesity, poverty, and choice at Hugo Schwyzer 2004