The British Association of Social Workers condemns the now infamous President's Club men-only event, and joins those voices from across the political spectrum that are appalled at alleged misogynist...
SASW responded to the Scottish Parliament's Health & Sport Committee call for evidence into the potential impact of Brexit on health and social care in Scotland.
Accountable care is the latest health policy buzz phrase. Two new articles from the King's Fund explain what it is, how it is being implemented and what it has achieved.
Research in Practice is seeking children’s social workers, local authority solicitors and children’s guardians with experience of cross-border casework (including care proceedings where an...
Adoption has been a particularly politicised and contentious area of public policy in recent years in the UK, perhaps most particularly in England. Political and ideological perspectives on adoption...
The NSPCC Knowledge and Information Service has published new and updated factsheets and briefings on safeguarding and child protection in schools.
The UK Safer Internet Centre has released advice for parents about what to do if their child sees something upsetting online. The advice includes: information about tools which parents can use to...
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has published guidance for victims of domestic violence which includes information about services and support offered by the DWP.
BASW Cymru Response to the report on the Parliamentary Review of Health and Social Care - Transforming Health and Care in Wales The British Association of Social Workers Cymru welcomes the...
Monday, 22 January, 2018 - 14:00 to Saturday, 27 January, 2018 - 14:45 The Western Isles Diversity and Equality Steering Group (DESG) presents a week-long programme of events to commemorate HMD –
New TV drama to explore role of social worker in adoption - we want your views
Why do delayed transfers of care occur? And what is the impact on the wider health system? The King's Fund answer some key questions.
Last November, the Institute for Fiscal Studies made the staggering assertion that in the next few years, 5.2 million children will be living in poverty in the UK. This is hugely concerning on many...
Campaign launched by the Royal Foundation of The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry, aiming to empower all 11-16-year-olds in the United Kingdom to take a stand against bullying. Uses a...
The British Association of Social Workers (BASW) calls for the immediate and unconditional release of Munther Amira, a Palestinian social worker who was arrested by the Israeli military in the...
Following the cruel and cowardly attempt on the life of a social worker in Portlaoise, the Northern Ireland Association of Social Workers (NIASW) has voiced its commitment to stand in solidarity...
NIASW has submitted written evidence to the House of Commons Northern Ireland Affairs Committee Inquiry Devolution and democracy in Northern Ireland – dealing with the deficit. The inquiry is...
Final chance for members to have their say on how BASW is run
This draft guidance recommends that health and social care professionals should support people to overcome any difficulties they may face when making decisions. It advises that staff should take a...
2018 kicks off with recognition of social work in New Years Honours list