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The largest fall in the proportion of students awarded A-level grades of C and above after moderation on Thursday was recorded within those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
The difference has led to teachers and political figures calling for a review of the system, after nearly 40 percent of pupils’ estimated A-level grades were brought down by exam boards.
Critics have noted that the number of A and A* grades were already weighted heavily towards London when compared with any of the northern regions, but that the gap had widened this year.
Full articles:
The Independent - A-level ‘chaos’ risks widening north-south divide, regional leaders warn
Halifax Courier - A Level algorithm will entrench regional disparities and widen North-South divide, it is claimed
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