Social Mobility Commission

Official feed of the Social Mobility Commission. We monitor progress towards improving social mobility in the UK & promote social mobility in England.

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🚨 Out today: Local Innovation & Economic Dynamism Index

Business and economic dynamism can unlock opportunities for social mobility through faster growth, higher productivity & better-paying jobs.

Our new tool sheds light on which parts of the UK are making the most progress.

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Find out more - https://t.co/YW9smqVANA

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How can employers influence socio-economic inequalities and social mobility in the UK?

We’ve published a new report reviewing and evaluating the evidence on what works, and making recommendations for future practical support for employers.

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Coming soon: our landmark State of the Nation 2026 report. 📊

This year, we’ve analysed 50 years of data to shed new light on the true picture of social mobility in the UK.

We'll share the full findings in the coming weeks. Make sure you're following us so you don't miss out.

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We are delighted that our Evidence and Analysis Team has been announced as runners up for the Government Economic Service John Hoy Memorial Award in the economic analysis in government category for their work on State of the Nation 2025.

Congratulations to all involved

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The Local Innovation and Economic Dynamism index equips policymakers, government and local leaders with the data needed to boost regional growth and expand social mobility across the UK.

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Explore the data: https://t.co/w1P6FouxfR

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🚨 Out today: Local Innovation & Economic Dynamism Index

Business and economic dynamism can unlock opportunities for social mobility through faster growth, higher productivity & better-paying jobs.

Our new tool sheds light on which parts of the UK are making the most progress.

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Does your postcode dictate your privilege?

Samuel grew up in a small village in South Wales, but felt he had to leave his home to find success.

Read his story here: https://t.co/wkiwT7eKSi

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Find out more about the work featured:

🎻How extra-curricular activities can boost social mobility https://t.co/Oak9b3BpId

🧱Importance of building strong academic foundations https://t.co/T6G9Ks0OHJ

⛱️Challenges faced by Britain’s coastal communities https://t.co/grvzKFwodr

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From Neets to Numeracy and access to music to the plight of Britain’s coastal communities, our work has been cited in a number of parliamentary debates over the past few months.

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How does intersectionality affect social mobility?

Dep Chair @ReshamKotecha tackled this question at a @HSBC panel on supporting progression for women from lower socio-economic backgrounds.

Discussion included the practical steps organisations can take to widen opportunity.

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“I had to uproot my life and move away from my family. That shouldn't be the price of ambition.”

Samuel tells us how growing up in a small village in South Wales meant his career goals were out of reach, unless he moved.

Read his story here: https://t.co/wkiwT7ed2K

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For most information on the summit visit https://t.co/8IYfYfMNzM

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Today our Chair @FrancisAlun discussed the complexities of supporting young people reach their full potential at the Raise Up Summit in Liverpool, He said "there are challenges for all young people but the challenges they face are not the same'.

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Today our Chair @FrancisAlun discussed the complexities of supporting young people reach their full potential at the Raise Up Summit in Liverpool, He said "there are challenges for all young people but the challenges they face are not the same'.

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Convening cross-sector voices to drive joined-up approaches is vital for social mobility and giving everyone a fair shot in life. 📊

Read the report here: https://t.co/fBYtdB4bmp

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@NationalNumeracy has released a new report marking 5 years of the National Numeracy Leadership Council! 🎉

Core skills like numeracy directly impact life chances from childhood into adulthood.

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Find out more about how growing the local economy is offering young people a route out of being NEET - https://t.co/DAHyuI1tKu

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Motivated young people are earning technical qualifications, only to find no jobs that match these skills in their local area.
If we want young people to thrive and not ‘leave to achieve’, regional growth and opportunities have to keep up. 🧵

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However, expanding major projects like the Blackpool Airport Enterprise Zone & Multiversity are opening up routes to long-term careers in tech & engineering. More projects like these are needed across the UK.