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  • Statement on alternative awarding arrangements for summer 2021

    Date published: 2 February 2021

    Education Minister Peter Weir today made a statement to the Northern Ireland Assembly outlining arrangements for awarding CCEA qualifications this summer.

    Update on Examinations

    This includes arrangements for GCSE, AS, A level, Occupational Studies and CCEA Entry Level and vocationally related qualifications.

    The Minister will be writing to all schools, colleges, students and parents tomorrow to provide them with further information.

    A copy of the Minister’s statement is available at: Statement on Alternative Awarding Arrangements - summer 2021

    Notes to editors:

    1. A frequently asked questions document is available at: Frequently Asked Questions - Alternative awarding arrangements - summer 2021
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