When the Social Worker Has the Diagnosis: Why Lived Experience Isn’t a Liability BASW Student Ambassador, Shannon McClenaghan reflects on the relationship between lived experience and practice. Blog 12 Feb 2026
Member only content Calling all BASW Independent Members! | What are your experiences of Legal Aid? Share your views to inform our campaign News 11 Feb 2026
BASW petition on Home Office plans for Earned Settlement Add your voice to our campaign! News 5 Feb 2026
3 Years On: BASW UK reviews the National Age Assessment Board Age assessments aren't a 'box ticking exercise', say BASW News 20 Jan 2026
Mental Health Act 2025: What do social workers in England and Wales need to know? With reforms to mental health legislation imminent, BASW explores what this means for social work News 12 Jan 2026
BASW applauds strong recognition of social work in New Years Honours BASW members are among Honours recipients for social work News 6 Jan 2026
Independent Practice | What's it all about? New for 2026, a monthly feature shining a spotlight on Independent Social Work across the UK Blog 5 Jan 2026
The Power of Curiosity and Connection in Anti-Trafficking BASW Independent Member, Daniel Absolon shares an insight to his social work practice. Blog 10 Dec 2025
BASW Festive Message 2025 BASW Interim CEO, Professor Sam Baron shares her reflections for the festive period. Blog 7 Dec 2025
BASW Launches Big Conversation for Social Work! Take part in our sector wide conversation! News 3 Dec 2025