Last updated: 17 November 2008
This discussion paper discusses life chances and social mobility.
Social mobility describes the movement or opportunities for movement between different social groups and the advantages and disadvantages that go with this.
Life chances refer to the opportunities open to individuals to better the quality of life of themselves and their families.
Discussion Paper: Life Chances and Social Mobility (pdf, 289kb) April 2004
For further information, or to check the availability of hard copies of the report, please contact the Strategy Unit.