Accent Bias
Michael Rosen asks Professor Devyani Sharma about the latest research into accent bias in the UK. Which are the highest and lowest rated accents, and why does it matter so much?
Michael Rosen asks Professor Devyani Sharma about the latest research into accent bias in the UK. Which are the highest and lowest rated accents, and why does it matter so much?
Produced by Beth O'Dea for 成人快手 Audio in Bristol
More information on the work of the Accent Bias Britain project:
https://accentbiasbritain.org/
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