Ofqual to Publicly Rebuke Rule-Breaking Exam Boards
Exam regulator Ofqual has introduced a new punishment to publicly "rebuke" rule-breaking exam boards.
The new regulatory tool is intended for cases where an awarding body's rule-breaking is not serious enough to warrant a financial penalty.
The "chief regulator's rebuke" sanction will fill an "important gap" in its enforcement options and "supports agile regulation".
Ofqual's updated compliance policy for exam boards has been published, with Chief Regulator Ian Bauckham stating:
"This updated policy reflects our agile approach to regulation. We want to ensure awarding organisations resolve issues early wherever possible."
The new penalty aims to resolve simple cases of misconduct or malpractice quickly.
Author's summary: Ofqual introduces public rebuke for rule-breaking exam boards.
- New regulatory tool for non-serious rule-breaking cases
- Aims to resolve simple misconduct cases quickly
- Part of Ofqual's updated compliance policy