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In her first blog post as chair of SWU, Carys reflects on her journey to this point and how we can advocate for the social work profession in these challenging times.

Maris Stratulis, National Director at BASW England, comments on CQC annual report into health and social care in England

Ruth Allen, CEO BASW introduces a guest piece from Ana Radalescu, President of the International federation of Social Workers (IFSW) Europe region.

John McGowan, General Secretary of the Social Workers Union (SWU), provides an update.

By Kerri Prince, Public and Political Affairs Lead for BASW UK

BASW member Pauline Sergeant on the conflicting thoughts she has over Black History Month

Ruth Allen CEO BASW reflects on the urgent and painful failures which the report sets out.

BASW Chair, Gerry Nosowska, reports back on the latest Council meeting

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government has announced measures which aim to protect individuals’ right to life (Article 2 ECHR) and further steps will need to be taken over the coming days, weeks and months.

BASW England provides an initial response to the taskforce report