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Leaving Cert students face may face single English exam

Major changes to the Leaving Cert may require students to sit a single written English exam – down from two at present – and complete a project worth 40 per cent at the end of fifth year.

The new plans, under discussion by policymakers, are aimed at easing stress facing students in the traditional high-stakes Leaving Cert written exams.

If approved, the changes would come into force for students entering fifth year in September 2026.

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