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Around the country, maths is set to have a high profile this year with the launch of a new initiative.

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Slogging through your A-Levels at the moment? Wondering what it's all for? Here's some consolation from researchers at the London School of Economics - it seems that an A-Level in maths can significantly boost your earnings.