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The proposed new offences could result in Gypsy, Roma and Traveller (GRT) communities being subjected to continual eviction and potential prosecution.

BASW and SWU are engaging with Government to explore practical, effective and appropriate ways to improve social worker safety.

John McGowan will serve a second term as general secretary, the most senior staff position within SWU.

Last month BASW England surveyed its members on the key questions taken from the government’s public survey, with a focus on those that were of most relevance to social workers

The next BASW AGM is taking place on 15 September 2021

BASW's Allison Hulmes and Gavin Moorghen were interviewed by the BBC this week.

During Pride Month, we are encouraging everyone to share celebrations and activities using the hashtag #BASWPride21.

GRT History Month helps to tackle prejudice, challenge myths and to amplify the voices of Gypsies, Roma and Travellers in wider society.

We spoke to Shantel about how she became a social worker, her experiences of racism both in the profession and wider society - as well as her vision and approach to the role.

Council – BASW UK’s board of directors – had our quarterly meeting on 19 May. Update by Gerry Nosowska BASW Chair