"Catastrophic failure" in patient safety reignites calls from BASW for urgent systemic reforms Criminal levels of abuse have been found at St Andrew’s private hospital in Northampton News 13 Apr 2026
Social Work Policy Panel newsletter February 2026 Welcome to the latest update from the Social Work Policy Panel News 19 Feb 2026
Student bursary consultation opportunity to 'radically strengthen' social work, says BASW The Government has announced a consultation to improve financial support for social work students in England. News 9 Feb 2026
Mental Health Act 2025: What do social workers in England and Wales need to know? With reforms to mental health legislation imminent, BASW explores what this means for social work News 12 Jan 2026
Member only content Should social work be included in the new adult social care Fair Pay Agreement? Your chance to influence Government proposals! News 11 Dec 2025
BASW England welcomes the ADASS Autumn 2025 Survey "Comprehensive and balanced approach in highlighting the significant challenges currently facing Adult Social Care" News 25 Nov 2025
Child Safeguarding Practice Review into Sara Sharif's death BASW England statement in response to the report. News 19 Nov 2025
BASW Cymru & SWU seek political support for working conditions campaign BASW Cymru & SWU met with members of the Senedd News 12 Nov 2025
BASW appoint Andrew Reece as Interim Strategic Lead for BASW Cymru and England / Arweinydd Strategol i Gymru a Lloegr Former head of service brings wealth of experience as he transitions from professional officer to leadership role News 4 Nov 2025