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BASW are shocked and saddened by the findings of the Independent Review report into the tragic circumstances that took place at Cawston Park Hospital which distressingly mirror the neglectful and abusive services that people and families experienced at Winterbourne View Hospital, and more recently at Whorlton Hall in Durham

Government must ensure this move is at least the start of meeting the scale and urgency of the crisis facing social care across the UK.

Social work students continue to suffer the consequences of a system rooted in inequality

Our response to 'Case for Change' is now available to read and download.

BASW England is consulting with members on the proposals within the Health and Care Bill and the implications for social work. The Health and Care Bill was debated for the first time in Parliament on 14th July 2021 and BASW England has been following developments closely.  The proposed changes will impact upon social workers working in and across social care and health.

A range of research and funding opportunities are available from Health Education England (HEE) and the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR).

Statement by Dr Ruth Allen, BASW CEO and Maris Stratulis, BASW England National Director.

This BASW England position statement has been formulated based on the feedback of members, social work academics, practitioners, managers, and students.

Rebekah Pierre, BASW England Professional Officer, reflects on how social workers can better support deaf people who experience domestic abuse.

The proposals must give people the opportunity to be listened to, heard, and involved in making decisions about their care and treatment.