UUP Education spokesperson, Robbie Butler MLA said:
“The apology from Nicola Sturgeon over how A-level exams have been handled in Scotland will be a further cause of concern for those pupils still awaiting their results in Northern Ireland.
“The fear and exam result-related anxiety that exists amongst students – particularly those from working class backgrounds – is palpable and they need to know that their concerns are being addressed before Thursday. This would already be an incredibly stressful time for many young people awaiting results, and that is now being compounded by the concern that their grade may be affected by elements beyond their control.
“The standardising of centre and cohort marks awarded was raised as a concern at Education Committee previously, most notably due to there being no appeal mechanism to challenge this aspect, and given the failure to protect students from a working class background in Scotland it is vital that CCEA have got this right.
“This is a section of our society who are eagerly waiting to take the next step in their life, they cannot be let down.
“CCEA helpline will be open on Wednesday and Thursday for anyone who needs advice.”