Read the BASW UK statement on anti-Gypsyism and Gypsy, Roma and Traveller rights. BASW is committed to working to end racism and oppression in social work and across society as part of our overarching commitment to promoting human rights, equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) for all.
Austerity describes economic and social policies in the UK and other countries that result in reduced public and welfare spending, lower taxes, a smaller state and more unequal distribution of wealth.