GCSE results see rise in top grades
Pupils have achieved another GCSE record, with almost seven out of 10 entries (69.1%) being awarded a C grade or above.
Results just out show 22.6% of exams sat in England, Wales and Northern Ireland were awarded an A* or an A, up from 21.6% last year.
Schools Minister Nick Gibb told the News Channel the government is trying to overcome the attainment gap between the wealthiest and poorest students at GCSE level.
24 Aug 2010