Gavin Williamson MP defending government response to A-level marking

The transcript discusses the challenges faced with the standardization of grades across different political spectrums, highlighting the issues of fairness and consistency. It addresses the concerns raised about the impact on students from disadvantaged backgrounds and the actions taken to rectify the situation by moving to teacher-assessed grades. The speaker apologizes for the distress caused and emphasizes the importance of fairness in the education system.

What steps were taken when it became clear that the standardization process was not effective?

Why did the speaker express regret regarding the situation?