The DfE has published its response to the consultation on the arrangements for the assessment and awarding of VTQs and other general qualifications in the academic year 2021 to 2022. DfE has confirmed its policy position that exams and other assessments should go ahead in academic year 2021 to 2022. DfE has also confirmed the permitted scope of adaptations for VTQs included in performance tables, FSQs and T Levels.