BASW England echoes the Children’s Commissioner’s pledge for a significant investment in children’s services, which is critical at a time when the coronavirus is deemed the greatest threat to children since World War II.
This Ethical Guidance for Social Workers aims to respond to the very specific circumstances generated by COVID-19 which disrupts health, care, safeguarding and support services.
Our society and our world need understanding, kindness and sharing. The recent General Election showed the divisions across the UK, we live in an age of great inequality, and globally there are many situations and challenges that drive people apart.