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This draft guidance recommends that health and social care professionals should support people to overcome any difficulties they may face when making decisions.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
When considering live-in care, one of the many questions you are likely to ask yourself is “what steps should I take in order to choose a carer who is right for me?” Although your immediate needs...
Ofsted's National Director, Social Care, Eleanor Schooling discusses how to more effectively safeguard some children who are currently home educated.