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Our focus in this response, on behalf of our members, is on the implications for the social work profession, social workers, and on the potential impact on the children and families served by the profession.

Brexit, the pandemic and austerity are recognised as major issues that continue to impact access to adult social care.

BASW England calls on the government to act now and invest in adult social care, or risk a devastating crisis this winter and beyond.

As we strive towards a ‘better normal’, our guests offer key insights to implement hybrid social work practice and protect against the shortfalls that it might bring to the profession.

Julia Ross outlines her vision and objectives as the new chair of BASW, the UK’s independent voice for social work.

Government information

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

Survey reveals the motivations, hopes and ambitions of social workers, plus current challenges and priorities for the future.

The JTAI was published on 21 February 2022