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Today, two written statements have been published from the department of Health and Social Services for Wales.

A review is being carried out into the way mental health law is working in Scotland.

It is with great sadness for everyone at BASW to learn the news that Terry Bamford has suddenly passed on following an accident.

BASW responds to the latest statistics released by Operation Hydrant – police inquiry into historical child sexual abuse investigations – showing 35% of 11,346 allegations led to convictions.

Watch, read and listen to National Director, Alistair Brown on the BBC.

SASW argue for resources and manageable caseloads for the social work workforce in Scotland, in response to the findings of the Independent Care Review.

Our society and our world need understanding, kindness and sharing. The recent General Election showed the divisions across the UK, we live in an age of great inequality, and globally there are many situations and challenges that drive people apart.

Many people across the UK, including many social workers, have arrived from one of the EU 27, and we stand with them to safeguard each other’s human rights and the rights of those we serve.

BASW NI has cautiously welcomed the Migration Advisory Committee’s recommendations to the UK Government on salary thresholds for immigration.

BASW has produced capabilities statements and continuous professional development (CPD) frameworks on working with autistic adults and adults with learning disabilities. We are now developing additional resources and activities to support social workers working with autistic people and individuals with learning disabilities to help embed the frameworks into social work practice.