This essay, on the promotion of diversity can replay reactionary stereotypes of the working class, was published in the Observer on 26 May 2024 under the headline “Job ads aimed at the ‘benefits class’ may be well-meant, but smack of contempt”. Imagine the scene. It’s a small organisation within the creative industry – an arts centre, perhaps, or a theatre group. Around a table sit people trying to craft a job ad for a senior management role. All recognise the need for […]

Categories: Britain, Class • Tags: benefit class, charles murray, criminal class, demonisation, george osborne, henry mayhew, ipp, problem families, skivers, stereotypes, the bell curve, tony blair, underclass, working class, working class stereotypes