Ofqual has confirmed no further exam papers scheduled for January are to be withdrawn as a result of investigations into cheating allegations.
Ofqual has now completed its review of material provided by the Daily Telegraph in relation to the January exams. Ofqual also instructed exam boards to review all of their seminar and support material.
Glenys Stacey, Chief Executive of Ofqual, said: "As no further evidence of January papers being compromised has come to light, all exams will take place as scheduled.
"This does not mean, however, that our investigations on these issues are complete. The allegations have raised serious questions about these seminar events and how they are run, and have damaged public confidence in the system.
"We will review the role that these seminars play in the system and will make changes where necessary to protect the security and integrity of exams."
On Monday, Ofqual will launch a public consultation on how it intends to use its strengthened enforcement powers, including the power to fine.
The consultation follows the passing of the Education Act 2011, which makes three changes to Ofqual’s powers. As well as the power to fine exam boards, it removes limitations on the powers to direct exam boards and to withdraw recognition. It also gives a new power to recover the costs of enforcement action.