It was the first time the exams had been sat since the coronavirus outbreak, and there was delight for thousands of youngsters and their proud parents.

placeholder image — It was the first time the exams had been sat since the coronavirus outbreak, and there was delight for thousands of youngsters and their proud parents.

In Pictures: Tears, hugs and smiles on A-level results day

By Staff reporter

Published 18th Aug 2022, 13:34 GMT

Updated 18th Aug 2022, 13:55 GMT

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Opening the envelope was a tense moment for students.

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Opening the envelope was a tense moment for students.

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