British Council has announced a change in their venue for the Cambridge School Exams being conducted on 17th and 18th November in Islamabad and Rawalpindi (twin cities) due to the Faizabad dharna (sit-in) by Tehreek-e-Labaik Pakistan (TLP).
The Faizabad dharna (sit-in) has caused severe traffic congestion and problems for commuters as Islamabad and Rawalpindi authorities have blocked several roads to maintain the law and order situation.
To make matters worse, the authorities have suspended Metro Bus service and all other forms of public transportation adding to the misery to commuters who are trying to reach their destinations.
Read more: Islamabad & Rawalpindi traffic plan update by ITP.
In view of the uncertain situation, British Council has changed the venue for Cambridge School Exams being held in the twin cities (Islamabad and Rawalpindi) on 17th and 18th November.
The following changes have been made to the Cambridge School Exams venue in Islamabad:
- School candidates in Rawalpindi:
Pearl Continental Hotel, Rawalpindi - Private (PK170) candidates in Rawalpindi:
Pearl Continental Hotel, Rawalpindi - Schools candidate in Islamabad:
PAFSOM, Margalla Road, Islamabad - Private (PK100) candidates in Islamabad:
PAFSOM, Margalla Road, Islamabad
For more details, please check your email or call at 0800-22000.
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— British Council Pakistan (@pkBritish) November 16, 2020
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