They came public via a low profile method.

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At colleges using the Profile aid method, the value of the account is treated as a student asset and is assessed heavily (at 25% a year).

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But this, or some other more transparent and accountable method of selection, will have to be considered as the Law Lords' profile becomes higher.

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