Written questions

Assessments: Artificial Intelligence

2026-07-14 · Department for Education · HL2171 · Official question

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the implications of emerging artificial intelligence-enabled and internet-connected technologies for the integrity and security of public examinations.

Answer

The majority of GCSE and A level assessments are exams, taken under close staff supervision, with no access to the internet or AI tools.Existing rules already prohibit candidates from bringing unauthorised electronic devices, including mobile phones, smar...