Pearson has apologised for technical issues which have delayed the release of important SATs documents by three weeks. It comes after the exam board delayed the release of SATs results by nine days last summer following weeks of glitches and errors with its marking and data system. Ofsted chair Christine Gilbert was due to hand over her independent review findings to ministers last month into how such failures could happen. Become a member for unlimited access to Schools Week Our members enjoy early access to exclusive content and in-depth articles before anyone else. Get expert journalism, experience fewer ads, and unlock a growing range of member benefits. subscribe If you have an account, please login. Sign in