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Time to introduce the right for carers to be paid by their employer

A brief guide for social workers and students to contact their local candidates for the General Election.

BASW is calling on the next UK Government to support the social work sector to ensure continuity of care and support.

BASW member, Dr Sarah Pollock discusses why an incoming Westminster government must finally move beyond 'evidence gathering' and act on developing a social work workforce strategy in England

Richard Servian from BASW's Black Country Branch explores why the next UK Government must commit to properly funding social work and social care in England.

BASW is proud to support Gypsy, Roma & Traveller History Month 2024.

Nobody should be being penalised financially for doing their job

BASW's Political Affairs Lead, Kerri Prince provides reaction to the General Election being announced.

As a nation we need to uphold our international responsibilities

In this blog, a member of our expert advisory group tells us about her positive and negative experiences of support and her worries for the future as she and her son transition from children to adult services.