Written questions

Assessments: Fraud

2026-06-04 · Department for Education · 7026 · Official question

Mr Andrew Snowden

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what training is being offered to exam invigilators to adapt to new trends in the use of technology to cheat in school examinations.

Answer

Examination centres are required to follow the ‘Joint Council for Qualifications’ guidance which sets out requirements on training invigilators, including how to detect and prevent malpractice, such as the misuse of technology.