1.an attempt to reach a consensus 达成共识的尝试
2.oppose changing the law 反对改变这个法规
3.a heated argument 一场激烈的争论
4.be regarded as immoral 被认为是不道德的
5.take account of environmental issues 考虑各方面的环境问题
6.in favour of equal pay for equal work 支持同工同酬
7.as far as sb.be concerned 就某人而言
8.when it comes to (doing)sth.当涉及(做)某事时