Broad regional accents are a barrier to social mobility, research finds
Monday, February 4, 2019 - 11:00
in Psychology & Sociology
Many people aspire to improve their lives through gaining promotion at work, new qualifications or starting a new career. However, research by academics from The University of Manchester and the University of Bath has found that broad regional accents can be a barrier to social mobility, as they are less favoured by some people.