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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.

Brexit, the pandemic and austerity are recognised as major issues that continue to impact access to adult social care.

BASW England calls on the government to act now and invest in adult social care, or risk a devastating crisis this winter and beyond.

As we strive towards a ‘better normal’, our guests offer key insights to implement hybrid social work practice and protect against the shortfalls that it might bring to the profession.

Julia Ross outlines her vision and objectives as the new chair of BASW, the UK’s independent voice for social work.

Wales has implemented new laws on ending the physical punishment of children, and England needs to enact similar legislative changes.

Social work needs to be properly funded to retain the workforce and protect vulnerable children and adults.

BASW staff and representatives appeared on a range of media outlets following the National Review's publication.

BASW proactively engaged a range of media outlets, to ensure our profession is represented in national discussions about the future of children’s social care in England.

A full analytical look at the Review, its recommendations, and how it impacts all areas of social work will be forthcoming soon.