The revised Working Together guidance will not reduce the bureaucratic burden, despite claims to the contrary, by Nushra Mansuri

BASW is urging members to take part in a survey to find out if new standards – setting out clear expectations of employers for helping you in your work – are operating effectively.

Social workers have expressed concern that multi-disciplinary working in mental health services is being eroded and some fear the wellbeing of service users is bieng put at risk.

Government proposals will see more pressure on adult social care departments, but could also lead to a new role in offering information and advice

Social isolation is associated with a higher risk of death in older people regardless of whether they consider themselves lonely, research suggests.

Social care providers are being encouraged to show their commitment to providing excellent care and support for people with dementia by signing the Dementia Pledge.

AN overhaul of Bournemouth’s adult social care department will save £565,000 and should ensure residents receive an improved service.

Thousands of people with learning difficulties face losing daycare support if categorised as having moderate needs

Two carers at a residential home in Buckinghamshire have denied neglect. Henrietta Offae, 41, and Titlayo Ajala, 56, were each charged with 19 counts of wilfully neglecting a person without capacity.

A FORMER county social worker accused of keeping poor records and failing to maintain contact with mental health patients has been suspended.