Call to Enshrine Children’s Rights in Welsh Law with Launch of ‘Bil Pob Plentyn’ BASW Cymru at The Senedd to launch Bil Pob Plentyn, proposed legislation for the new Bill for babies, children and young people, which was developed by two cross-party groups. News 5 Jun 2025
Peers pick up the mantle on BASW’s age assessment amendments BASW’s campaign for a more ethical age assessment process is backed in the House of Lords News 5 Jun 2025
BASW England responds to launch of Baroness Casey commission on adult social care Terms of reference for Baroness Casey's independent commission into adult social care have been published. News 2 May 2025
Westminster in recess: Your end of term parliamentary briefing from BASW We review the key talking points at Westminster from the last few months. Blog 9 Apr 2025
BASW welcomes investment for social and affordable homes The funding boost is aiming to build 18,000 new homes News 3 Apr 2025
Assisted Dying Bill faces key Commons vote BASW Chair, Julia Ross looks ahead to a crucial juncture for the assisted dying legislation in Westminster. Blog 3 Apr 2025
BASW secures assurances for protections for social workers in assisted dying bill Kim Leadbeater MP agreed to BASW’s request at a committee session in Westminster News 21 Mar 2025
UK Government announces significant proposed changes to welfare system The Work and Pensions Secretary, Liz Kendall unveiled the changes in a statement to the House of Commons. News 19 Mar 2025
Joint SASW and SWU statement on terms and conditions changes at Aberdeen City Council SASW and SWU understand Aberdeen City Council are proposing damaging changes to terms and conditions News 13 Mar 2025
Launch of the Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel Report | BASW England Response BASW England welcomes the release of the Child Safeguarding Practice Review Panel Report: “It’s Silent – Race, Racism, and Safeguarding Children”. News 11 Mar 2025