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This mainly concerns data gathering and exchange procedures and also applies to cooperation within Europol.
road data gathering
There are too few 'data gathering locations' in Europe to analyse the movement of the volcanic ash in the atmosphere.
Thirdly, we need more data gathering, assessment and research.
I also agree with Mrs Hautala that we need better data gathering on women's health.
These records shall also describe the methodology used for data gathering.
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It doesn't look like this phrase is very popular! The search could not find any examples on the internet.