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In memory of James Birchall John McGowan pays tribute to a strong social work leader, campaigner and dear friend In focus 26 Oct 2026
People with learning disabilities were failed during the pandemic - and by the Covid inquiry As the UK Covid-19 Inquiry report into the care sector publishes its findings today Professor Chris Hatton highlights ongoing concerns In focus 20 Oct 2026
'What difference does Black History Month actually make to social work practice?’ Beyond the bunting and flags, we must develop a deeper cultural understanding of the inequality of power, says Ann Marie Hayes Viewpoint 15 Oct 2026
The case of Sir Ranulph Fiennes: an expert view Michelle Dami-Johnson considers the difference between what's public and what any of us can actually know… In focus 1 Oct 2026
Mission impossible: why the Families First reforms to children’s services are wishful thinking Without capacity in the workforce, Westminster's renewed focus on early intervention is destined to fail, says Dr Charles Mugisha In focus 30 Sep 2026
Black social workers more likely to progress through Fitness to Practice stages Survey finds they are twice as likely to pass through case examiner stages than white peers News 30 Sep 2026
Social workers in Sara Sharif case denied anonymity by coroner BASW says decision ‘risks inciting trial by public opinion’ News 30 Sep 2026
14 things learned from a decade in frontline social work Richard Devine passes on invaluable lessons gained working with children and families In focus 30 Sep 2026
Restorative practice and how we can implement it Jim McGrath explains how to put in place a ‘powerful antidote’ to procedural, deficit-focused systems In focus 30 Sep 2026