Master of Wellington College, Dr Anthony Seldon, said the new academy would draw on the school's military tradition.

BBC: Wellington College to run Academy

Head teacher of Wellington College, Anthony Seldon, warmly welcomed such changes if they made the A-level system more like the IB.

BBC: A-level students facing shake-up

But leading head teacher Anthony Seldon, in charge of Wellington College, warmly welcomed the proposals - and called for a more demanding approach to essay writing.

BBC: University A-level plan challenged

In his new biography of Tony Blair (see article), Anthony Seldon argues that Mr Brown's sulky reluctance to apply his strategic talents to health and education has cost the government dear.

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