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A photo of the SWU and BASW launch of the Cross Party Group for Social Work in the House of Commons including from left to right: Andy McDonald MP, BASW Interim CEO Professor Sam Barron, SWU Chair Dave Callow, Ian Byrne MP, SWU Executive Committee member Nana Yabbey-Hagan, SWU General Secretary John McGowan, and Lord Alf Dubs.
Oct 22

SWU and BASW launch new Cross Party Group to focus on social work issues at Westminster

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This first meeting introduced politicians to BASW and SWU’s major campaign to tackle poor working conditions in social work.

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Oct 16

SWU and BASW are bringing the working conditions campaign to Westminster

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SWU and BASW are holding an event at the UK Parliament next week to lobby MPs and Peers for better working conditions for social workers.

2nd Annual Community Anti-racism Conference 2025 to mark UK Black History Month
Oct 06

Community Anti-racism Conference to Mark Black History Month 2025

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SWU Conference 2025 keynote speaker Vivian Okeze-Tirado invites social workers to join her at this free event.

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Oct 01

SWU Annual General Meeting 2026

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Our upcoming AGM will be held at the end of September 2026. This event is for SWU members only.

Social Workers Union (SWU) Conference: Solidarity at Work - 6th September 2025, Manchester
Aug 29

SWU Conference 2025: Solidarity at Work

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A FREE conference open to all from the world of social work on Saturday 6th September 2025 in Manchester.

Aug 18

What I Learned About Real Union Work at GFTU Summer School

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SWU National Organiser & Union Contact Manager Jessie Hoskin reflects on this GFTU Education Programme course for trade union activists who want an opportunity to think outside the box with key leaders from across the movement. A week ago, I Read more

A group photo of the Diaspora Social Work Conference 2025 attendees
Aug 18

Resilient Diaspora Social Workers: Surviving and Thriving in a Challenging Environment

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“We don’t want seats at the table just to be seen — we’re here to be heard, to lead, and to transform the table itself.”

Summer Conference - 27 June 2025 - Forging a bold future where no child is left behind | No Child Left Behind, National Education Union
Aug 18

No Child Left Behind coalition summer conference 2025

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The No Child Left Behind coalition’s conference celebrated recent victories in securing free school meals and called for expanded universal provision.

SWU Honourary Officers stand in front of the SWU banner, from left to right: SWU Chair Dave Callow, SWU General Secretary John McGowan, SWU Vice Chair Chrissie Beatty, and SWU Treasurer Gerry Madden
Jul 14

Meet the SWU Team on 21st August 2025

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This is an opportunity to hear from the team, learn more about our work behind the scenes, and ask any questions you may have.

BASW England - Social Workers Union (SWU) - Department of Health & Social Care
Jul 01

Introduction to the ASC Fair Pay Agreement for Social Workers | BASW England & SWU Webinar – July 7th

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This webinar with the Department of Health & Social Care will introduce the first Fair Pay Agreement for adult social care staff and how it will affect you as a social worker.

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