Official inquiry into examination system

The Secretary of State Michael Gove has ordered an official inquiry into the examination system after an investigation by the Daily Telegraph alleged flaws in the system. The Secretary of State responded that:
“Our exams system needs fundamental reform. Today's revelations confirm that the current system is discredited. I congratulate the Daily Telegraph on their investigative reporting which is in the finest traditions of public interest journalism.
Last week, Glenys Stacey the new Chief Executive of the exams regulator Ofqual agreed plans with my department to investigate exam boards’ behaviour. Today's reports confirm the vital importance of that work being speedy, authoritative and extensive.”

Read the full response here