Helpline set up for thousands of Lanarkshire pupils on exam results day

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Thousands of Lanarkshire pupils are set to receive their full Higher, National and Advanced results on August 9, 2022.The pupils - along with their parents and carers - will be able to get support with their results through a dedicated helpline offering impartial career advice set up by Skills Development Scotland (SDS).Now in its 30th year, the SDS’ helpline 0808 100 8000 will once again be staffed by more than 50 expert careers advisers, and will be live for over a week from 8am on Tuesday, August 9, to assist anybody that needs help with their options and next steps.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Education Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville said: “The SDS Results Helpline offers an excellent source of advice, information and guidance, and I would encourage young people, and their parents and carers, to use this valuable resource if they have questions about next steps and options, or if they just need some reassurance.“The Helpline advisers are extremely knowledgeable and keen to help.”SDS’ careers advisers will be on hand to offer advice about UK colleges and universities, Confirmation and Clearing, apprenticeships, jobs or even volunteering.Sharon McIntyre, Head of Career Information, Advice and Guidance Operations at the national skills agency, added: “We know that receiving results has