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The government must put an end to the unofficial and ongoing shadow system of hotel accommodation for children not born in the UK.

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.

As trade unionists and social workers we cannot settle for legislation that would unabashedly offer us less rights and protection.

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

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

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.

On 21st June 2022 the Working Group on Equal Protection of Children Against Assault will share their views in Parliament and discuss banning corporal punishment of children in England.

The UK Government needs to go much further, and much faster, in scaling up effective responses to meet this huge need.