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BASW will continue to campaign against racialised political discrimination, which has been magnified under Covid-19 and ‘hostile environment’ policies. The Government should not remain resistant to change on these issues. We urge you to engage with us and lobby your local MPs.

Please send us a few seconds of film of your birthday wishes for BASW’s 50th - or a still picture of you with a birthday message.

Lock-down and social distancing have shown to have the potential to exacerbate domestic abuse and situations which were already high risk.

This guide aims to support social workers in Scotland to respond effectively to domestic abuse, with a particular focus on situations where children are involved.

For social workers to do their work efficiently and compassionately during the coronavirus pandemic they must be safe, we therefore look forward to receiving guidance on PPE, followed by the necessary equipment.

This briefing is a general introduction to the Coronavirus Act 2020 as it relates to social work practice.

BASW is working across the nations to raise the issues faced by social workers during the coronavirus pandemic.

BASW opened up a survey for social workers to provide feedback on their experiences of working during the coronavirus pandemic. To date more than 1,200 social workers have provided feedback on their experiences and concerns, as well as best practice. This provides an overview of the findings and the actions BASW is taking.

BASW England member response to the Coronavirus Bill