Social mobility

Watchdog warns of low university chances for white working class youths in former industrial towns.

New one-year courses aim to improve access to degrees at the world-renowned university.

Concepts like "white privilege" and "toxic masculinity" could further alienate them, say academics.

How have white working-class boys been so left behind in getting university places?

The Social Mobility Commission is demanding that more is done to boost children's chances.

You could earn more in Tesco, admits one pre-school leader as thousands leave the profession.

There are "stark inequalities" between those moving to London and those not, says Social Mobility Commission.

Universities minister attacks universities for recruiting students for low value courses in England.

The apprenticeship system is failing disadvantaged youngsters in England, says Social Mobility Commission.

The coronavirus crisis could destroy any gains made, the government watchdog says.

If universities are teaching online next term students will still have to pay full tuition fees.

Secondary schools should get cash to offer extra tuition to disadvantaged pupils, say MPs and peers.

Oxford University faces accusations of unfairness over the cost of applying for courses.

The admissions gap between wealthier and poorer students should half in five years, a watchdog says.

Moving to London is unaffordable for those from poorer backgrounds, says social mobility report.

Winchester and Dulwich colleges decline an offer of scholarships for disadvantaged white boys.