Thousands of A-level students in England are set to see their grades increased after a U-turn by the government.Following huge criticism from students, headteachers and a backlash by Tory MPs, grades will now be based on teachers’ assessments rather than the controversial algorithm by regulator Ofqual.Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Education Secretary Gavin Williamson had previously defended the “robust” system, which saw almost 40 percent of grades reduced from teachers’ predictions.Mr Johnson, who is currently on holiday in Scotland, held crisis talks with Mr Williamson and senior officials on Monday morning.The change will also apply to GCSE results in England, which are due to be released this Thursday.Students who were awarded a.
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