They're going ahead with the plans despite strong/fierce 'opposition' from residents.
The proposed change has met with 'opposition' from the town's business leaders.
The leader of 'the Opposition' criticized the prime minister for his comments.
(..) Ah, thank you. Yes, that split-second timing when instinct tells you... that- A new wave of assassinations. An opposition spokesman has categorically denied- I tell you, infamous powers are at work. The instant you assign me to a case, the underworld hears about it, and I am set upon. (..)1975 The Return of the Pink Panther
(..) had to be brought through- Oh, good evening, Madame Van Gogh. Good evening. I was just reading the headlines in your newspaper. Opposition newspapers- Good evening. Cato? Cato. Monsieur Clouseau's residence. One moment, please. (..)1975 The Return of the Pink Panther