The Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) has announced details of the emergency arrangements it will put in place for students whose exams have been cancelled. Grades for qualifications including Highers and National 5s will be based on estimates by teachers.

The SQA has sent details of their plans to schools and teachers. Their focus is on three broad principles, while adapting to the current challenges we all face:

• Fairness to all learners;
• Safe and secure certification of the qualifications, while following the latest public health advice; and
• Maintaining the integrity and credibility of the qualifications system, ensuring that standards are maintained over time, in the interests of learners.