Press release

Schools Minister Nick Gibb comments on GCSE results

Nick Gibb praises the efforts of teachers and students in achieving this year's GCSE results.

This was published under the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

Following the publication of the GCSE results in the UK by the Joint Council for Qualifications, Schools Minister Nick Gibb said:

Tens of thousands of young people are today reaping the rewards of their hard work over the last two years. It is right that we congratulate students on their results and thank the inspirational heads, teachers and support staff that have helped them succeed. They can all be proud of their achievements.

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Published 23 August 2012