Social Workers Benevolent Trust launches new website SWBT offers financial help to social workers and their dependents in times of hardship News 6 Oct 2021
BASW initial response to the Independent Review of Children’s Social Care A full analytical look at the Review, its recommendations, and how it impacts all areas of social work will be forthcoming soon. News 23 May 2022
BASW England releases new resource for children and families social workers The 'scoping review' document is more necessary than ever to help guide busy social workers to instigate both individual and societal change. News 23 Feb 2022
Social care white paper: BASW England response This week the Government released its long-awaited White Paper, which sets out a 10-year vision for reform that seeks to put people at the centre of social care. News 3 Dec 2021
Social Workers Union (SWU) Member Survey 2021 It was brilliant to hear from so many social workers about how passionate you are about your union. News 8 Feb 2021
Social Workers Union re-elects General Secretary John McGowan will serve a second term as general secretary, the most senior staff position within SWU. News 4 Jun 2021