Written question asked by Luke Akehurst (Labour) on Tuesday, 30 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 2 July 2026. It was answered by Georgia Gould (Labour) on Wednesday, 2 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Education.

Ofqual

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Education, when her Department last reviewed Ofqual’s procedures and policies.

Answer

Ofqual is an independent, non-ministerial government department responsible for regulating qualifications, examinations and assessments in England. Its statutory remit and powers are set out principally in the Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Act 2009.

Ofqual's current powers enable them to protect learners and regulate qualifications, including technical and vocational qualifications.

The department keeps the effectiveness of the wider qualifications regulatory framework under review and works closely with Ofqual to support the delivery of skills reforms.

Ofqual regularly reviews and consults on its policies and procedures, and the department maintains regular engagement with Ofqual as part of its oversight of the qualifications system.

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Type: Written question
Reference: 14586
Session: 2026-27
Grouped for answer: Yes
Subjects: Ofqual
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk

Ofqual

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