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BASW Cymru welcomes the First Minister’s announcement that social care workers in Wales will receive a £500 payment in recognition of the essential work undertaken by this “under-valued and overlooked” workforce.

BASW Cymru's National Director gives an update on the work BASW Cymru has been doing during the Covid-19 crisis.

This guide aims to support social workers in Scotland to respond effectively to domestic abuse, with a particular focus on situations where children are involved.

SASW welcomes new Chair and committee members to National Standing Committee for 2020.

A list of helpful resources and advice for social workers working in perinatal mental health during COVID-19.

Self-care and resilience – needed more than ever now? Hear from Neil Thompson

Social worker and PhD student Sarah Rose shares tips on how social workers can maintain their emotional resilience during the coronavirus crisis.

Read our briefing to MSPs raising our key concerns in the Coronavirus (Scotland) Bill.

The government launches its wide-ranging piece of legislation which will affect various existing legal rights and protections

BASW Cymru letter detailing concerns for social workers about Covid-19