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BASWs Head of Policy and Research Luke Geoghegan chaired a session organised by The Children’s Society and the Greater Manchester Immigration Aid Unit about children in care from the EU who need to register for the EU Settlement Scheme as soon as possible. 

There is a risk that many children and young people across the UK will find themselves to have no legal status in the UK as of 1st July.

The Home Secretary has today announced proposals for profound changes to the law and guidance in relation to asylum law and age determination

Resources to support the development of anti-racist practice when working with Romani and Traveller families

New vlog: Hear about experiences of older people who access social care services and the impact of Covid

The Committee found that relatives remain an essential part of care for so many older and disabled people in care homes - as it helps them to keep their memories alive, in touch with the outside world, and it reassures them of their continued place in the family.

Kerri Prince, Public and Political Affairs Lead for BASW UK, provides members with an update from Westminster

In response to the new rules, BASW UK Chief Executive Ruth Allen wrote to the Home Office raising concerns that this will demonise those people who need support.

BASW has created a simple step-by-step guide for members who would like to support the campaign by contacting their local MP.

Julie Morgan AS/MS, Deputy Minister for Health and Social Services, confirms social workers in Wales are integral to ensuring the wellbeing of residents in residential care and should be recognised as professional visitors