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BASW England recognises the value and importance of working in partnership with families, friends, carers and providers and is aligned with organisations that have been and continue to advocate for their safe access to care settings.

BASW is keen to understand both the needs of individual social workers from overseas and of the networks and support groups that already exist.

BASW UK has submitted a response to the review giving evidence on the way that the human rights act is used by social workers.

The letter to Ruth Cadbury MP outlined the employment service set up by BASW, which we are keen to promote as a model of best practice

There was nothing in this budget for social work, social care or health services and the incredibly hard-pressed workforce.

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A well as exploring themes and priorities in each country of the UK, these events present a unique opportunity to come together as a profession - across borders and languages and cultures - to shine a light on what unites us as social workers across the UK and globally.

BASW UK has outlined its priorities for the upcoming Budget on 3 March

BASW CEO Ruth Allen and England National Director Maris Stratulis comment on the National Social Worker Healthcheck Report.

Up for election this year is the Welsh Parliament, the Scottish Parliament, many local authorities across England, English metro Mayors, and the Greater London Assembly including the Mayor of London.