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The All-Party Parliamentary Group for Children, working with the National Children’s Bureau, are presenting this high-profile event on children’s social care reform. 

BASW is now considering the recommendations of the report and will consult with members across England and Wales on those relating to social work practice in the coming weeks.

John McGowan and Julia Ross speak on the importance of good employment practices and Trade Union support.

Nicola and Sally - two carers who work with BASW - share their experiences as we mark Carers Week 2022.

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

Organisations concerned with the rights and welfare of looked after children believe this CSPRP report on 48 separate incidents could contain critical evidence about systemic failings.

BASW UK CEO Ruth Allen was interviewed by Channel 4 News, BASW England National Director Maris Stratulis spoke to ITV Central News, while BASW England Professional Officer Paul Shuttleworth appeared on BBC Radio Leicester.

BJSW co-editor Dr Reima Ana Maglajlic speaks to Will Mason and Lisa Bunting about their research into inequalities in UK child welfare interventions.

SWU is establishing a ‘campaign’ fund for our members to call on to ensure campaigns throughout 2021/22 can be responsive to changing priorities, quick to deliver and high impact.

BJSW focuses on participation, power and knowledge creation in social work learning, doing, and research.