UK: A level and GCSE exams cancelled

From Metro

"A Levels and GCSEs have been cancelled because of the coronavirus pandemic. The move was announced by Boris Johnson, although he did not offer any firm details of how an assessment will now happen. The Prime Minister told a press conference: ‘Exams will not take place as planned in May and June.’ He added: ‘We will make sure that students get the qualifications they need and deserve for their careers.’ When pushed for more details about what will happen to the 16 and 18-year-olds who have been studying for two years, he continued: ‘I totally understand people’s frustrations. ‘We will make sure they are not impeded as a result of the decisions we are having to take. ‘They will get the qualification. I don’t want to go into detail about when and how but it will be done fairly and in a way that protects their interests.’"

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