Dispute resolution commissions operate at all testing centers in the Vitebsk region

June 14, Vitebsk / Diana Kurilo - BELTA /. Commissions for resolving disputed issues operate at all testing centers in the Vitebsk region, Vasily Maksimov, Chairman of the State Control Committee for the Vitebsk Region, Chairman of the Regional Commission for Monitoring the Preparation and Conduct of Entrance Examinations, told reporters today, BELTA correspondent reports. Thus, all test-takers can resolve disputed situations on the spot and get answers to their pressing questions. "We are interested in immediately helping everyone, protecting their legal rights and interests," Vasily Maksimov emphasized. In addition, in all cities of the region where testing centers operate (Vitebsk, Orsha, Novopolotsk), telephone "hotlines" are available, by calling which one can also get qualified answers. "Our task is to ensure equal opportunities for applicants to enter state higher and secondary specialized educational institutions, and to promptly and efficiently consider appeals on issues of testing and admission to educational institutions," he stated. Vasily Maksimov noted that all 8 testing centers in the Vitebsk region are ready to conduct examinations and have started their work on time. All conditions have been created for test-takers to successfully pass the tests: security has been ensured, medical assistance and catering facilities have been organized. In the Vitebsk region, testing centers operate on the basis of the Vitebsk State Technological University, Vitebsk University named after P. Masherov, Vitebsk State Medical University, Vitebsk State Academy of Veterinary Medicine, Vitebsk State Technological College, Polotsk State University, Novopolotsk State Polytechnic College, and Orsha State Mechanical-Economic College. As of June 1, 49,595 people had registered for testing at these centers, which is 2,131 fewer than in 2009, but more than in 2008. -0-