Star Hobson case: BASW speaks to media We spoke to Sky News, Channel 4 News and BBC Look North about Star Hobson's murder and the pressures on frontline social workers. News 16 Dec 2021
#WhyICare: Social workers on the importance of engaging with the Review of Children's Social Care in England The Review has been called a "once in a generation" opportunity to shape the future of children's social care. News 13 Dec 2021
Health and Care Bill goes to House of Lords for scrutiny BASW England wrote to Lords ahead of Tuesday’s Second Reading with a briefing about the key issues within the Bill. News 10 Dec 2021
Chief Social Workers write to colleagues following Arthur Labinjo-Hughes tragedy The letter comes after the Government announced a national review into the case. News 7 Dec 2021
Social care white paper: BASW England response This week the Government released its long-awaited White Paper, which sets out a 10-year vision for reform that seeks to put people at the centre of social care. News 3 Dec 2021
Review of Children's Social Care agrees to Children's Rights Impact Assessment: BASW England response BASW England’s members have consistently stated that children's rights must be at the heart of the Review of Children's Social Care. News 24 Nov 2021
Social Work Awards 2021: Celebrating outstanding practice in our profession 12 BASW members were finalists at this year's Social Work Awards. News 19 Nov 2021
Share your views: CQC new strategy and initial proposals for the Quality Assurance of Local Authorities The BASW England response will be general and based on key themes identified from member responses. News 19 Nov 2021
BASW England announces new chair and committee members The committee helps shape the direction and priorities of BASW England. News 18 Nov 2021