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The interim report is an important step towards better preparing young people for the future. We’re pleased to see recognition of many of the key areas that need to be addressed and encourage the government to go further during the next stage of the review in order to ensure high standards for all and drive the meaningful change young people deserve. 

Thousands of post-16 learners are caught in a cycle of resit failure and fatigue for GCSE English and maths, chasing a Grade 4 that is supposed to signal the level of English language and mathematical skills they need to be successful in future study or the workplace.