Following three recent embargo breaches in relation to SQA results data, we would like to remind you of your obligations while under embargo conditions. Please remember, you are strictly prohibited from releasing results and any related information during the embargo period. If you have, or suspect you have, breached the embargo agreement, please contact your relationship manager immediately, even if you are still carrying out investigations.
The embargo period not only covers the disclosure of results information, but also an indication of an applicant’s final decision. The most common embargo breaches are automated systems and notifications regarding registration, accommodation, provision of reading materials, or offering alternative options.
For A level results, the embargo period starts at 14:00 on 12 August and ends at 06:00 on 18 August.
We hope we can count on you and your teams to adhere to the embargo agreement and notification protocols. If you have any questions about the embargo, please contact awardingbodylinkage@ucas.ac.uk.
We would also like to make you aware that our CEO, Mary Curnock Cook, has sent a note to vice-chancellors and principals, reiterating the terms of the embargo agreement, and the importance of adhering to these. A copy of the letter is available here.