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Five big problems the Starmer government has to fix
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Everything you need to know about student loans
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Term-time holiday fines here to stay – Phillipson
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When is GCSE results day 2024?
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If you don’t think your grade is right, you should first talk to your school or college. It will contact the exam board on your behalf and ask for your marks to be reviewed. If you still think you have been unfairly graded after a review, you can ask your school or college to appeal.,…