Four challenges facing England’s children’s social care reforms James Blewett, vice chair of the BASW children’s and families group, responds to government’s plans In focus 11 Feb 2026
Record numbers living in ‘very deep poverty’ latest figures show Joseph Rowntree Foundation says statistics are the worst for 30 years News 11 Feb 2026
Are you thinking of leaving statutory employment and going solo? An illuminating insight from two practitioners who made the giant leap to become independents In focus 11 Feb 2026
The Beckham family bust-up and what it has to do with social work Louise Palfreyman speaks to family estrangement expert Karl Melvin News 11 Feb 2026
Fresh fears raised over future of adoption therapeutic services Charity issues warning as government launches consultation News 11 Feb 2026
How is this civilised? Calling out the ‘national disgrace’ of homelessness BASW, charities and MPs shine spotlight on growing crisis In focus 11 Feb 2026
Ban on social media could put vulnerable children at greater risk Safeguarding professionals raise concerns over UK bid to follow Australia News 11 Feb 2026
BASW applauds strong recognition of social work in New Years Honours BASW members are among Honours recipients for social work News 6 Jan 2026
Independent Practice | What's it all about? New for 2026, a monthly feature shining a spotlight on Independent Social Work across the UK Blog 5 Jan 2026
The child grooming scandal – was underfunding at the root of failings? With a three-year £65 million inquiry into grooming gangs underway, retired police sergeant Phil Cleary suggests the reality on the ground for frontline professionals challenges the blame narrative Viewpoint 10 Feb 2026