Mental Health Act 2025: What do social workers in England and Wales need to know? With reforms to mental health legislation imminent, BASW explores what this means for social work News 12 Jan 2026
New Deputy Chief Social Work Adviser appointed within the Scottish Government We welcome the appointment of Angela Latta as new Deputy Chief Social Work Adviser News 19 Dec 2025
SASW’s response to the SSSC Convener’s Vision Our response to SSSC Convener Peter Murray’s vision News 16 Dec 2025
BASW England welcomes the ADASS Autumn 2025 Survey "Comprehensive and balanced approach in highlighting the significant challenges currently facing Adult Social Care" News 25 Nov 2025
Anne's Law Draft Regulations - consultation response SASW's response to a consultation on draft regulations from the Scottish Government News 30 Oct 2025
BASW welcomes ‘apparent shift’ in government position on Liberty Protection Safeguards BASW has been campaigning for Liberty Protection Safeguards to be implemented across England and Wales. News 29 Oct 2025
BASW Celebrates International Day of Older Persons “As social workers we recognise the critical role that older adults play in current and future societies and economies." Blog 29 Sep 2025
From Toronto to Renfrew: A social work journey rooted in justice and passion by Katie Barr As a SASW member Katie has written for us to highlight her social work journey Blog 23 Sep 2025