‘No change is not an option’.
So says the Education Minister after confirming his department is to launch a major public consultation over plans to extensively reform GCSE exams.
In schools in England, proposals have been laid out which will lead to tougher exams and a move away from coursework from 2015.
Wales and Northern Ireland have already rejected the changes.
Tim Crookall says Island education chiefs now have to decide the next step forward locally.
Court orders return of property seized by police
Deemster agreed searches appeared to be a 'fishing expedition'
Number of bus services cancelled or at risk today
Bus Vannin blames ‘staffing difficulties’
Court to order election recount
Julie Edge has petitioned the court after alleged irregularities in this year's election and result declaration.
Charity to connect elderly people with services at event
Age Concern hopes to inform residents about support available