ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: The British Council has cancelled all exams in Pakistan scheduled on May 11, 2023 in view of the developing violent political and law and order situation in the Country deteriorated after the arrested of the former Prime Minister Imran Khan.
“The decision was made after carefully evaluating the situation and to ensure the safety of our candidates, their parents, venue staff, Examiners and staff members in the event of any incident,” the British Council said in a statement on Wednesday.
Due to the developing situation in the country, we have cancelled all Cambridge International, Pearson, University of London, ACCA & IELTS exams scheduled across Pakistan on Thursday 11 May.
Please only follow official British Council communication channels for exam updates.
— British Council Pakistan (@pkBritish) May 10, 2023
Earlier on Tuesday, the British Council cancelled ALL Cambridge International, Pearson, University of London & IELTS exams scheduled across Pakistan on May 10 as well.
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The situation deteriorated in the Country on Tuesday after Imran Khan was arrested by Rangers in Al-Qadir Trust Case from the Islamabad High Court (IHC), immediately sparking nationwide protests.
Attention Candidates!
Some headlines on local news channels have reported that exams scheduled for 10 May have been rescheduled to 11 and 12 May. This news is incorrect. pic.twitter.com/Szp2n0r6Mt
— British Council Pakistan (@pkBritish) May 10, 2023