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In this blog, I wish to focus not on the appointment process, or the chair himself - rather, on the hundreds of thousands of care experienced people this review will impact, many of whom will remain forever anonymous and unknown to us. 

​​​​​​​The Government needs to change vaccine prioritisation to prevent further deaths.

The proposed reforms to the Mental Health Act aim to provide greater choice and autonomy for patients in a mental health crisis

There needs to be significant, long-term investment in children and young people across the country - with support services for vulnerable children and care leavers requiring urgent resources, both during and beyond the pandemic.

Deaf awareness training is not mandatory in social work practice - which begs the question, how can we inspire change if we are not listening?

Government needs to recognise a range of different needs, not just clinical ones

This latest report shows ongoing evidence of excessive use of prolonged and long-term seclusion, segregation, restraint and human rights violations and abuse, alongside examples of undignified and inhumane care, in hospital and care settings.

Phillip Mitchell, Professional Officer at BASW Cymru, provides a detailed and engaging introduction to the Law in Wales Practice Policy & Education Group (PPEG).

Maris Stratulis, National Director at BASW England, comments on CQC annual report into health and social care in England

Ruth Allen CEO BASW reflects on the urgent and painful failures which the report sets out.