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There was nothing in this budget for social work, social care or health services and the incredibly hard-pressed workforce.

BASW UK has outlined its priorities for the upcoming Budget on 3 March

Kerri Prince, BASW UK Public Affairs Lead, provides an update from Westminster

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Update from Alison Bavidge to Independent Sector and Independent Social Workers on vaccines eligibility.

Kerri Prince, Public and Political Affairs Lead for BASW UK, provides members with an update from Westminster

Prior to the debate, BASW wrote to every MP listed for the debate urging them to vote to extend the uplift.

Ruth Allen CEO has written to the Department of Work and Pensions and the Chancellor regarding the Government's decision to not retain the £20 Universal Credit uplift beyond April.

BASW NI has briefed the Northern Ireland Assembly Education Committee calling for up-to-date guidance aimed at minimising the use of restraint and preventing the use of seclusion for children with additional needs in educational settings.