BASW & SWU statement on the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the West Bank Joint response from The British Association of Social Workers and The Social Workers Union News 27 May 2025
Finalists for the BASW Social Work Journalism Awards 2025 The awards celebrate creative, informed and sensitive reporting that demonstrates an outstanding understanding of social work. News 22 May 2025
Appointment of new BASW Cymru Professional Officer The British Association of Social Workers Cymru (BASW Cymru) is very pleased to welcome Dr Christian Beech to the role of Professional Officer, following a comprehensive recruitment process. News 2 Apr 2025
Spring Statement 2025 BASW provides initial reaction and analysis to the chancellor’s statement. News 26 Mar 2025
BASW insists government’s immigration bill must abolish the NAAB The Border Security, Asylum & Immigration Bill is being scrutinised by MPs. News 5 Mar 2025
BASW seeks assurances from government on foreign aid spending target Last week, the UK Government announced reductions in the foreign aid budget News 3 Mar 2025
Wales to remove profit from children's care welcomed by BASW Cymru Wales is the first country in the UK to remove profit from both residential and foster care for children. News 20 Feb 2025
Role of social work recognised in assisted dying legislation | BASW Reaction Proposals for assisted dying in England and Wales are currently being debated in Westminster. News 12 Feb 2025
BASW marks Holocaust Memorial Day 2025 Holocaust Memorial Day is commemorated on 27th January. News 27 Jan 2025
Social care workers in Wales urged to take part in annual survey Social Care Wales has launched its third annual Have Your Say survey of the social care workforce! News 22 Jan 2025