As we age, changes in tendons and ligaments occur, decreasing flexibility and restricting joint movement, which can impede the ability to perform even simple tasks such as climbing stairs.

The core participants say that such anonymity will impede the ability of the inquiry to get to the truth.

Businesses expressed concerns that the caps would impede their ability to attract scientists, despite the introduction of a new 'exceptional talent' route for 1,000 scientists, academics and artists.

Poor posture can impede the ability of the lungs to expand.

Darkness can impede the ability of police officer to target and identify a vehicle.