Ofqual reports ESOL certificates rose 8.2% in Q2 2026
20 Sep 2026
Ofqual says ESOL certificates rose 8.2% year on year in Q2 2026, and links context to higher English requirements for some visas.
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20 Sep 2026
Ofqual says ESOL certificates rose 8.2% year on year in Q2 2026, and links context to higher English requirements for some visas.
19 Sep 2026
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