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• SQA exams begin for 132,000 learners across Scotland

  SQA exams begin this week for tens of thousands of learners across Scotland, who will sit assessments for National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher courses.

• SQA reflects on another year of giving back to communities

  SQA has published its final Responsible Business Annual Review, celebrating the many ways its colleagues have delivered for SQA’s communities during the organisation’s final year.

• Cumbernauld training provider offers insights into positive progression pathways

  SQA Interim Chief Executive John Booth met with Competence Matters Ltd - a Cumbernauld-based training provider in the construction industry - to get an insight into the issues and opportunities facing the sector.

• New report highlights strong foundations in place to put learners at heart of Qualifications Scotland

  The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) has published its first Consumer Duty Report detailing its work to put learners, schools, colleges and customers at the heart of its decision-making.

• SQA rebalancing assessment for practical qualifications

  The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) has announced that it is removing exams from three of its National Qualifications ahead of session 2025-26.