A-levels: Record number going to university despite fall in top grades
The number of top A-level grades has fallen for the fourth year in a row - but record numbers of students have been accepted on university courses.
Students receiving their A-level results across the country
Hundreds of thousands of students in England, Wales and Northern Ireland are receiving their A-level results today.
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Clarkson's message to disappointed students
Former Top Gear presenter comments that despite achieving low grades he was 'currently sitting in a villa in St Tropez'.
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Fewer students get top A-level grades
Fewer students achieved top A-level grades for the fourth year in a row but the overall pass rate has risen, figures show.