Social mobility is not just about moving to richer areas

Students from poorer regions who enter their local workforce after graduation should also be celebrated, says Sir David Bell

Published on
July 29, 2019
Last updated
July 29, 2019
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Wearmouth Bridge in Sunderland
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Wearmouth Bridge, Sunderland
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#1 Submitted by Janet M H on July 29, 2019 - 10:49am
I think this is definitely food for thought - if graduates stay and live and work in poorer areas it would have a beneficial impact on the whole community.

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