All statements other than statements of historical fact included in this presentation, including, without limitation, those regarding the financial position, business strategy, management plans and objectives for future operations of the Group, are forward-looking statements... or otherwise affect the cost and manner of doing business; changes in the Group' s structure and holdings related to the opening up of the French market to competition; the adaptation of the Group' s technology and workforce to developments in the markets in which the Group operates; changes in market demand and demographic patterns; expectations with respect to the Group' s' obligations related to pensions and other employee benefits; the ability of the Group to realize anticipated cost savings.