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Nurturing social mobility in the face of entrenchment
It is becoming harder for the less well-off to close the gap on the privileged, but some heartening signs are emerging
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There was a general consensus among MPs that ensuring social mobility would require a reduction in wealth inequality as well as reform of the education system.
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SINGAPORE – Yan and Faz make do with their household income of about $1,500 a month. In a good month, perhaps $1,800.
This is supplemented by help from government schemes and community groups.
