BASW England statement on Social Work England’s decision to raise registration fees The regulator has confirmed that the renewal fee will rise to £120 a year News 24 Jul 2025
Mental Health Bill approaches its final stages Plans to reform the Mental Health Act will soon be approved by MPs News 1 Jul 2025
Engagement process with members in response to SWE's fee increase proposals BASW England response to Social Work England's proposed registration fee increase News 3 Mar 2025
CQC’s State of Care Report 2023/24 | BASW England Response The report presents a stark overview of the increasing challenges within England’s health and social care systems. News 4 Nov 2024
BASW, SWU & UNISON press for action to resolve fitness to practice delays BASW, SWU & UNISON have jointly written to Social Work England to seek an urgent resolution to ongoing Fitness to Practice delays. News 7 May 2024
UK Government decision to downgrade Ministerial role for disabled people "distressing" BASW England has slammed the UK Government's decision to remove a dedicated ministerial role for disabled people. News 19 Dec 2023
Autism Alliance report highlights impact of social care crisis on autistic adults BASW England stands in support of the Autism Alliance's crucial campaign, 'Breaking Point – closing the gap in care for autistic adults in England.' News 27 Nov 2023
BASW England and SWU respond to consultations on DfE regulatory framework changes and SWE rule amendments These consultation responses were completed jointly between BASW and SWU and representatives of both memberships. News 7 Jun 2022
BASW Blog: 'Deaf Survivors of Domestic Abuse – Are we Listening?' Rebekah Pierre, BASW England Professional Officer, reflects on how social workers can better support deaf people who experience domestic abuse. Blog 19 Jul 2021
Health and Social Care Bill – Hospital Discharge proposals: BASW England response The proposals must give people the opportunity to be listened to, heard, and involved in making decisions about their care and treatment. News 16 Jul 2021