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New data also shows record number of schools needing extra arrangements for exam students
Languages hold back EBacc, gender gap narrows and SEND pupils fall further behind
Social mobility expert says government needs 'to step up to the challenge immediately. There is no time to lose'
Ministers want to streamline the level 2 post-16 qualifications market
Exam boards will earn several million pounds more from schools - but say they have to cover the costs
Exam boards are investigating malpractice at some independent schools after 'credible evidence' they over-inflated grades
Ministers also looking to consult on long-term contigency plans for exams after 'learning importance' of system resilience
Dr Jo Saxton said she is not a' grade inflation warrior' but wants 'fairest' qualifications for students
Grades will return to pre-pandemic standards, but with 'soft landing' protections and exam aids in some subjects
