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BASW were called to give evidence at the public hearing for Module Six

BASW Chair, Julia Ross looks ahead to a crucial juncture for the assisted dying legislation in Westminster.

Kim Leadbeater MP agreed to BASW’s request at a committee session in Westminster

Proposals for assisted dying in England and Wales are currently being debated in Westminster.

BASW is consulting with social workers ahead of module six on adult social care.

The report presents a stark overview of the increasing challenges within England’s health and social care systems.

The BASW England Statement reflects on The Covid-19 Inquiry Report

Nobody should accept derogatory language that seeks to locate the blame with the person currently in hospital - as if they are somehow responsible for another person having to wait.

Over 100 civil society organisations – including BASW UK – have written to the Prime Minister, calling for the Government to abandon the proposed cut, which is worth over £1000 a year.