BASW England’s response to new Health and Social Care Secretary’s plan for patients this winter BASW England welcomes the announcement of a £500 million Adult Social Care Discharge Fund to help people out of hospitals and into social care. News 27 Sep 2022
SWU General Secretary and new BASW Chair reinforce their commitments to campaigning on Working Conditions John McGowan and Julia Ross speak on the importance of good employment practices and Trade Union support. News 6 Sep 2022
Independent Review of Children's Social Care - BASW England full response Our focus in this response, on behalf of our members, is on the implications for the social work profession, social workers, and on the potential impact on the children and families served by the profession. News 8 Aug 2022
People waiting for assessments, care or reviews: BASW England responds to ADASS member survey Brexit, the pandemic and austerity are recognised as major issues that continue to impact access to adult social care. News 7 Aug 2022
ADASS Spring Budget Survey 2022: BASW England response BASW England calls on the government to act now and invest in adult social care, or risk a devastating crisis this winter and beyond. News 19 Jul 2022
"Social workers are on the frontline and the Government should be listening to them" — MPs debate impact of pandemic on social work News 24 Mar 2022
This Week in Westminster: War in Ukraine, Nationality and Borders Bill, Human Rights Act Kerri Prince, BASW UK Public Affairs Lead, provides an update from Westminster. News 8 Mar 2022
BASW launches first annual survey of membership, revealing what social workers want to overcome current challenges Survey reveals the motivations, hopes and ambitions of social workers, plus current challenges and priorities for the future. News 7 Mar 2022
Solihull joint targeted area inspection (JTAI): BASW England synopsis The JTAI was published on 21 February 2022 News 23 Feb 2022