In the US, in these early stages of development, courses have been offered free - but there have been charges introduced where there are certificates and invigilated exams.

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And above all, paying for professional, invigilated and monitored journalism.

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Only the euro frustrates the prime minister's sense that he is back in command of events (those wretched five tests invigilated by the brooding Mr Brown, and the little matter of having to win a referendum).

ECONOMIST: Bagehot