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The publication of this year’s exam results have spread concerns about low pass rates and the widening attainment gap in Scotland. Results from the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) have shown a clear gap between Scotland’s most and least advantaged pupils across the country. Of the 145,000 students who sat exams in Scotland, those achieving an A, B or C grade at National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher also fell across the board. These results have raised questions about the suitability of Scotland’s Curriculum for Excellence (CfE) and the Scottish Government’s ability to reach its target…

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