Middle and upper class advantage in the workplace, income and wealth Flashcards
1
Q
Scott
A
Upper-class operate social closure to maintain their status- ensure they have the highest concentration of wealth. Socialise children into a culture of privilege through names, high culture, participation in blood sports
2
Q
Milburn
Term?
What is evident in the UK?
A
Cosy club
UK’s top jobs remain disproportionately held by people from a narrow range of backgrounds
3
Q
High pay tax centre
Occupation?
What is their average pay?
How many times more is that from their employees pay?
How much more is that from the average working Britain?
A
Chief executives average pay = £4.2 million which is 145 times more than their employees and 162 times more than the average working Britian
