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Written question asked by Lord Weir of Ballyholme (Democratic Unionist Party) on Wednesday, 18 October 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 1 November 2023. It was answered by Baroness Barran (Conservative) on Thursday, 26 October 2023 on behalf of the Department for Education.


GCE A-level and T-levels

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what discussions they have had with the education departments of the devolved administrations concerning the proposed replacement of A-level and T-level qualifications.

Answer

The department regularly engages with the devolved administrations across a range of issues. On the Advanced British Standard, we have engaged at both official and Ministerial level following its announcement and look forward to continuing engagement through the formal consultation and beyond.

The department has also engaged with a number of groups following the announcement, including the Russell Group, the Association of Colleges and Universities UK, and look forward to ongoing engagement with universities and further education colleges on the Advanced British Standard through the formal consultation and beyond.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL10672
Session
2022-23
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Devolution GCE A-level T-levels
Link
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