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All social workers and social work students in the UK are welcome to attend this free online advice and representation session.

The All-Party Parliamentary Group for Children, working with the National Children’s Bureau, are presenting this high-profile event on children’s social care reform. 

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

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

Social work needs to be properly funded to retain the workforce and protect vulnerable children and adults.

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.

Organisations concerned with the rights and welfare of looked after children believe this CSPRP report on 48 separate incidents could contain critical evidence about systemic failings.

SWU stands in solidarity with the Ukrainian people who are under attack by Russian forces.

BASW UK CEO Ruth Allen was interviewed by Channel 4 News, BASW England National Director Maris Stratulis spoke to ITV Central News, while BASW England Professional Officer Paul Shuttleworth appeared on BBC Radio Leicester.

BASW supports the 16 Days campaign and is sharing a range of social work resources and content around the issue of gender-based violence.