Olevels could be reintroduced to English schools as growing numbers of pupils take the traditional exams overseas.

Oxbridge demands very high Alevel passes and produces many students with good degrees very few of whom drop out. Where is the problem wonders Simon Heffer.

London is about to host its biggest chess tournament in 25 years. As the game enjoys an internetinspired renaissance Max Davidson meets some of the Grandmasters of tomorrow.