Experts saying basing results on predicted grades will disadvantage some students
GCSE and A-level results are expected to be awarded based on predicted grades and teacher assessment after schools were closed and exams cancelled, leading to concerns that minority ethnic and working-class pupils will be disadvantaged.
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