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.
"This updated policy reflects our agile approach to regulation. We want to ensure awarding organisations resolve issues early wherever possible." - Chief regulator Ian Bauckham
The "chief regulator's rebuke" sanction will fill an "important gap" in Ofqual's enforcement options and support agile regulation, allowing for quick resolution of simple cases of misconduct or malpractice.
Ofqual has published its updated compliance policy for exam boards.
Author's summary: Ofqual introduces public rebuke for rule-breaking exam boards.