Let's Talk Social Work

Who you gonna call? - The BASW/SWU Advice & Representation Team 01.07.2026 1h 4min

Social workers sometimes need help too. Whether it’s to resolve a workplace conflict, navigate a fitness to practice referral, manage complex or difficult cases, or to seek advice on an employment matter, knowing where to turn when facing professional challenges is critical.The temptation might be to go it alone, but doing so can be overwhelming, stressful and burdensome, taking a heavy toll on mental health and wellbeing. This isn’t good at any time, and especially when you’re also trying to fight for the best outcomes for those you’re supporting through your practice.That’s where the BASW/SWU Advice and Representation (A&R) service comes in. A team of social work qualified professionals holding a unique array of expertise and understanding of the social work profession. They provide invaluable advice and representation for employment and regulatory issues, including workplace employment law matters and fitness to practice processes, supporting BASW and SWU members encountering unknown, worrying or difficult situations.This episode is dedicated to exploring the various ways the A&R team can assist social workers across the UK. Joining Jonny Adamson is two experienced A&R Officers, Lynne Gargiulo and Lisa Fitzpatrick. They cover a host of varied areas in this one-hour episode, from workplace rights and trade unionism, to promoting better wellbeing at work, the cost-of-living pressures facing professionals, and how employers and staff can create overall healthier working environments.Our thanks to James Ede at BeHeard Productions for producing the episode.If you’re a BASW member, you get access to 55 guidance sheets developed by the A&R team to help you on a range of different matters – https://basw.co.uk/support/advice-representationIf you’re not a BASW member yet, find out how joining will give you peace of mind through free access to our A&R service - https://basw.co.uk/why-join-basw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I’m not Invisible: Supporting children living with a parent in prison 04.06.2026 55min

Too often, young people have been the silent victims of the justice system.As our prison population gets bigger, so do the numbers of young people living with a parent incarcerated. They form one of the most overlooked groups in our society, with little known about their needs or experiences. That leads to them being forgotten about when it comes to policy-making and support networks, or even worse, dangerous assumptions, rhetoric and stereotypes formed about them.This episode of Let’s Talk Social Work is dedicated to helping to bring this topic out of the shadows. With a growing body of research now being committed to spotlighting the lived experiences of children with a parent in prison, we’re proudly doing our bit to promote this issue to social workers. As with any professionals, social workers may well meet young people through the course of their practice who are experiencing life with a parent in prison. This discussion will explore ways to support and build trust with young people as well as outline many of the challenges and barriers they might face, based on first-hand accounts from a recent study carried out in Australia.Host Jonny Adamson is joined by one of the authors of the study, Associate Professor Catherine Flynn, Head of Social Work at Monash University, Maia Ihemeje, founder of Yung Prodigy, a youth-led organisation focused on mobilising young people affected by parental and kinship incarceration, and Dr Lorna Brookes, founder of Time-Matters UK and Associate Professor at Liverpool John Moores University.They also discuss what could change at policy level to improve the lives of children living with a parent in prison and why this group has seemingly gone unnoticed in both the UK and Australia for so long.Our thanks to James Ede at BeHeard Productions for producing the episode.Supporting children living with a parent in prison: Learning from young people (British Journal of Social Work) - https://academic.oup.com/bjsw/article/56/3/1139/8340010Yung Prodigy - https://yungprodigy.org/Time Matters UK - https://www.timemattersuk.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Exploring the relationship between supervision and practice with children and families 01.05.2026 52min

Supervision and home visits are central to social work with children and families, yet the interaction between them is rarely considered. Given the importance that social workers place on them both, it seems strange that we tend only to evaluate the influence of supervision through its impact on social workers, without gathering any empirical evidence around whether it is directly improving the outcomes that it has on the families we support.New research using a case study approach in two local authorities in Wales, including observations of supervisions and home visits as well as interviews with practitioners and their supervisors, is now attempting to bridge this gap. While there is much discussion around social worker’s experiences of supervision and expectations of what supervision should be, this research goes a step further in questioning whether supervision is delivering what it should in theory be doing, or if it’s merely creating the illusion of effectiveness in a child protection system predicated by surveillance and procedure, thus fostering a culture of anxiety, fear, guilt and shame felt by practitioners, supervisors and families in different contexts.Joining Jonny Adamson to delve into this deep discussion is the author of the doctoral thesis, Dr Lucy Treby, Associate Professor and Researcher in child protection practice and emotions, Matthew Gibson, and early career Children and Families Social Worker, Laura Harper.They break down the study to consider many of its findings with the aim of solving the ultimate question – does good supervision correlate with better outcomes for children and families, or is that too simple an equation in what is a complex, pressurised and largely unpredictable system?Our thanks to James Ede at BeHeard Productions for producing the episode.The link to the research can be found here: https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/149545/2/1470101%20Lucy%20Treby%20DSW%20thesis%20FINAL%20April%202022.pdf Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Centenary Episode: In Conversation with Baroness Lister CBE 08.04.2026 49min

One hundred not out for Let’s Talk Social Work!To mark our centenary, we’re delighted to welcome Baroness Ruth Lister CBE onto the podcast for a unique ‘in conversation’ episode on a host of topic areas, from social justice to human rights, asylum and immigration, child safeguarding, and raising social work’s voice in parliament.Baroness Lister brings a wealth of experience and expertise in all of these areas, having dedicated her career to tackling child poverty, advocating for the most vulnerable in our society, and fighting for a more socially just country.Following a long stint working for the Child Poverty Action Group (CPAG) and in various academic roles, Baroness Lister was appointed as a Labour Peer in 2011, where she has transferred her campaigning, knowledge and influence to Westminster, holding successive governments to account and working to improve key pieces of legislation passed by MPs. One of her most notable roles during this time has been as Co-Chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Poverty and Inequality.The discussion begins by exploring why poverty continues to be a deepening blight on communities across the UK and the impact it’s having on social work. This paves the way for detailed scrutiny of the recently announced UK Child Poverty Strategy, brought about by the Prime Minister’s self-proclaimed ‘moral mission’ to end child poverty.We then examine the current government’s approach to asylum and immigration issues, including age assessments for unaccompanied asylum-seeking children, rising homelessness among refugee families, and the proposed ‘earned settlement’ reforms to migration laws; before considering whether social work truly has the ear of our politicians on these matters or not.In recognition of our 100th episode, there are also some honourable mentions to round off the conversation.Thanks to all our listeners for your support and here’s to the next one hundred episodes and beyond! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“I am the Safeguard, and I am Alone” - Carers, Nearest Relatives, and the Reality of the Mental Health Act 10.03.2026 52min

Have you ever considered what the role of a Nearest Relative is like?Under the Mental Health Act for England and Wales, any one of us could be thrust into the role, carrying the weight of its legal responsibilities, pressures of supporting our family member, and navigating the ever-complex mental health system. A recent research project funded by UK Research and Innovation conducted with AMHPs and Nearest Relatives has co-created a package of tools and guidance to address these very challenges. The resources have been borne out in-depth research revealing the trauma, distress and isolation that many Nearest Relatives experience.Host Jonny Adamson is joined by Mental Health Advocate and Nearest Relative, Debbie Best, Dr Jeremy Dixon from Cardiff University and Professor Judy Laing from Bristol University Law School to discuss the findings and support being made available. They also explore how else the mental health system could be strengthened and whether the reforms being brought in through the new Mental Health Act will be enough.This episode touches on some difficult themes related to mental ill health, so listener discretion is advised. Details of mental health support are available below for anyone affected by anything raised in the discussion. We’ve also included links to the research, resources and an upcoming event on this topic being hosted by BASW England.Our thanks to James Ede at Be Heard Productions for producing the episode.-         Nearest Relatives Resources: https://nearestrelativeresources.bristol.ac.uk/-         Beyond the call of duty: A Qualitative study into the experiences of family members acting as a Nearest Relative in Mental Health Act assessments: https://academic.oup.com/bjsw/article/52/7/3783/6517149 -         BASW England Mental Health Group Webinar: https://basw.co.uk/events/nearest-relatives-resources-empowering-relatives-mental-health-system-basw-england-mental -         Samaritans: 116 123 (Free, 24/7) or jo@samaritans.org -         Hub of Hope: https://hubofhope.co.uk/ -         Mind: 0300 102 1234 (9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday)-         Calm: 0800 58 58 58 (5pm–midnight every day)-         Text SHOUT to 85258 for confidential, 24/7 crisis support-         National Suicide Prevention Helpline: 0800 587 0800 (6pm to midnight every day)-         Papyrus (for under-35s) 0800 068 4141, email pat@papyrus-uk.org or text 07786 209 697 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scotland and Wales Decide 22.02.2026 55min

Significant elections are taking place in Scotland and Wales this year.With the current political mood so unpredictable, the make-up of Holyrood in Edinburgh and the Senedd in Cardiff could be very different after May. And given that social work in Scotland and Wales is the full responsibility of these legislatures, any change is likely to have a sizeable impact on decisions taken about the profession, the workforce, and the people that social workers support.So, what does social work need to be telling the parties and individuals vying for power? The Scottish Association of Social Work (SASW) and BASW Cymru have both set out their manifestos which they want to see the next devolved governments take forward. This episode will consider what these asks are and which political levers they intend to pull to get them accepted.Host Jonny Adamson is joined by three guests who have all played a major role in developing these manifestos and the campaigning strategies around them. Caroline McDonald, Social Work Team Leader in Children’s Services at Glasgow City Council and Co-Chair of SASW, Andrew Pennington, Senior Social Work Practitioner at Powys County Council and Chair of BASW Cymru, and George Hannah, Senior Public Affairs Officer for SASW.They discuss how politics differs in Scotland and Wales to other parts of the UK, social work’s role in promoting the vote, and how the profession can use its voice more loudly to affect change in communities across the UK. They also hazard a guess as to who the political winners and losers could be come polling day.Our thanks to James Ede at Be Heard Productions for producing the episode.BASW Cymru manifesto for 2026: Cymru Decides: https://basw.co.uk/policy-and-practice/resources/basw-cymru-manifesto-2026-cymru-decides A secure future for Scottish social work: https://basw.co.uk/policy-and-practice/resources/secure-future-scottish-social-work Scottish Parliament Election Hub 2026: https://basw.co.uk/about-basw/social-work-around-uk/sasw-basw-scotland/scottish-parliament-election-hub-2026 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does the future hold for social work and BASW? 24.01.2026 1h 8min

Let’s Talk Social Work is kickstarting 2026 with a broad episode exploring the state of the profession in the UK.Host Jonny Adamson is joined by BASW Interim Chief Executive, Professor Sam Baron, BASW England Acting Chair, Shantel Thomas, and Professional Officer at the Scottish Association of Social Work, Susan Dobson for a frank discussion on the challenges currently facing social work, their vision for the profession, and BASW’s role within it all given that the professional association is currently holding its own ‘Big Conversation’.They cover a number of topical issues affecting social workers and wider society – including working conditions, social work’s identity, political activism, adult social care, and the growing hostility caused by the far right. As well as focusing on the here and now, the guests also make their predictions for the year ahead as they reflect on the question - should we be feeling worried or hopeful?Overall, this unique episode tees us up perfectly for many of the topics we’re likely to consider in greater depth on the podcast in 2026, while also hopefully sparking important conversations and debate across the social work profession today.Thanks to James Ede at BeHeard Production for producing the episode: https://www.beheard.org.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Impact of Domestic Abuse on Babies and Infants 08.12.2025 1h

One third of domestic abuse begins during pregnancy, rising to 40% within a baby’s first 1001 days of life. It contributes to around one in four babies entering care, making it the highest-ranking factor for children’s safeguarding.Despite landmark legislation being introduced across the UK to protect children against domestic abuse, a recent report by the Children’s Commissioner for England and Wales - “Victims in their own right: Babies, children and young people’s experiences of domestic abuse” – has been highly critical of whether it is resulting in changes to practice.This episode of Let’s Talk Social Work, produced to mark the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based-Violence campaign, explores why the system is still failing too many babies and infants across the UK. We’re joined by Lauren Seager-Smith, CEO of The For Baby’s Sake Trust, Becky Reynolds, a qualified social worker and Deputy Director of Operations at The For Baby’s Sake Trust, and Paddi Vint, a Quality and Development Manager at the NSPCC.We discuss the causes and implications of domestic abuse on babies and infants, how social workers can safeguard victims, raise the alarm and prevent instances of domestic abuse from occurring, and whether the profession is as well-equipped as it should be to respond.This episode covers a lot of very upsetting and distressing themes, so listener discretion is advised. If you want to access support, the following helplines are available:·      National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 2000 247 (run by Refuge): https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/·      Rights of Women advice lines, there are a range of services available: https://www.rightsofwomen.org.uk/·      The Men’s Advice Line, for male domestic abuse survivors – 0808 801 0327 (run by Respect): https://mensadviceline.org.uk/·      The Mix, free information and support for under 25s in the UK – 0808 808 4994: https://www.themix.org.uk/get-support·      National LGBT+ Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0800 999 5428 (run by Galop) : https://www.galop.org.uk/Samaritans (24/7 service) – 116 123: https://www.samaritans.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can we go higher? Opportunities for further education in social work 19.11.2025 57min

Higher degrees, such as a Master’s or a Doctoral, can prove extremely valuable for social workers and their practice. But is it a realistic and accessible option for social workers to undertake further education while still working?When you factor in a lack of time, unmanageable workloads, difficulties obtaining funding, not to mention the practicalities of studying while at the same time navigating a complex career, you’d be forgiven for thinking that there’s too many barriers to choosing this path. So, what can be done about it?In this episode, Jonny Adamson is joined by three social workers who all have experience of being in higher education while continuing to practice full-time. Dr Lucy Treby, Karen Hillison and Dr Mike Starr each share insights into their own journeys, as well as advice and ‘top tips’ for social workers considering taking a similar route. They also discuss what needs to change, both in social work and higher education systems, to break down the barriers that currently exist for professionals and they examine the benefits to the profession of enabling more social workers to scale up their qualifications.Lucy and Karen are also Trustees for the Social Workers Educational Trust (SWET) which is mentioned throughout the episode. The charity supports social workers to develop their knowledge and skills through higher education. More information about SWET can be found here.Our thanks to James Ede at BeHeard for producing the episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Beware of the Dog - how should social workers manage encounters with dogs? 08.10.2025 52min

Social workers frequently come into contact with dogs in their practice. Yet until now, it hasn't featured in social work research, education, training and guidance.A recent study published in the British Journal of Social Work entitled ‘We’re not professionals when it comes to dogs:’ Social work encounters with dogs and their implications for education and practice sets out to address this omission. The research examines the risks and complexities that social workers might be faced with when encountering dogs, making a compelling case for greater attention on this subject area.In this episode, Jonny Adamson is joined by the author of the research, Professor Denise Turner, social worker Sarah Long, who participated in the study and experienced aggressive dog behaviour while on a visit, and Certified Animal Behaviourist, Andrew Hale who specialises in complex animal behaviour cases.They discuss how professionals can assess and minimise risk to themselves and others when encountering dogs, improvements and adjustments that employers could make to working practices, training and support needs for the profession, and the cultural, religious and health considerations which are being overlooked.Our thanks to James Ede at BeHeard for producing the episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Handover 17.04.2025 49min

After 93 episodes, Andy McClenaghan is moving on from hosting Let’s Talk Social Work. Following a short break, the podcast will return in the autumn and will be hosted by BASW’s Jonny Adamson. In this episode, Andy is joined by Jonny to discuss the past four and a half years making Let’s Talk Social Work. They explore standout episodes, key learning points, topics that Andy didn’t get to cover, and what big issues might feature on the podcast over the coming years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Solidarity Forever: exploring the role of social work in promoting international solidarity and human rights 18.03.2025 52min

This special episode has been made to celebrate World Social Work Day 2025, the theme of which is ‘Strengthening Intergenerational Solidarity for Enduring Wellbeing’. Andy McClenaghan is joined by Professor Cecilia Bailliet, United Nations Independent Expert on human rights and international solidarity, and friend of the podcast Janet Walker, Professor Emeritus of International Social Work at the University of Lincoln and Chair of the British Association of Social Workers International Committee. During their conversation they explore what international solidarity means and it’s place in the context of human rights. The discussion examines threats to international solidarity and opportunities for its promotion, and looks at the role of social work in advancing international solidarity as key component of efforts to uphold human rights and work towards social justice.In the episode Celia refers to the International Solidarity Map for Peace and Human Rights. This article from the UN Chronicle explains more about why the map was created.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discussing the state of dementia training for social workers and social care workers 20.02.2025 51min

In episode 91 Andy McClenaghan is joined by Abigail Gagen, Emily Hindle and Angie Button to discuss how dementia affects people’s lives and explore how social workers and social care workers can meet the needs of people with dementia and their families.Emily is Policy Manager with the Alzheimer’s Society and Abi is a social worker who works as a Team Manager at North Yorkshire Council and is also a member of BASW England’s Adults Social Work Thematic Group. Angie is Operational Social Work Lead at Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust and Chair of the BASW England Social Workers in Health Group. During the conversation reference is made to the Alzheimer’s Society report Because we’re human too  and the blog Someone to Safeguard by social worker, Rob Mitchell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Exploring what the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill could mean for social work 23.01.2025 56min

In the first episode of Let’s Talk Social Work of 2025 Andy McClenaghan is joined by Chair of the British Association of Social Workers, Julia Ross, Chair of BASW’s Policy Ethics and Human Rights Committee, Annie Ho and Co-Chair of the Association of Palliative Care Social Workers, Glynis Berry to discuss the potential change in the law for England and Wales which would legally permit people to seek assistance to end their own lives.On 16 October 2024, the Labour MP Kim Leadbeater presented the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill to Parliament. On 29 November MPs debated the legislation and the outcome was 330 MPs voted in favour of the Bill and 275 MPs opposed it, allowing the legislation to proceed to the next parliamentary stage.The conversation doesn’t explore arguments for and against allowing terminally ill people to end their own lives. What it does is examine the implications for social work practice that would arise if the legislation, in its current form were to become law.  The discussion also examines the state of palliative care services in the UK as this is an issue closely linked to the debate around assisted dying. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brain Injury, Social Work and Human Rights 12.12.2024 53min

In this episode, made to mark Human Rights Day 2024, Andy and his guests explore the issue of brain injury and how social workers can best support people with a brain injury to ensure their rights are upheld.  Social workers who work with individuals affected by brain injury need to have a clear understanding of the condition in order to provide effective support. This includes recognising the medical, psychological, social, and legal implications of brain injury, as well as the ways in which it can impact daily life.Joining Andy to discuss social work and brain injury are Dr Caroline Bald, Kate Mellor and Steph Grant.Caroline is Lecturer in Social Work at the University of Essex and is Research Fellow on the Heads Together project. Heads Together is National Institute for Health and Care Research funded collaboration across universities in the UK, exploring brain injury social work education. Along with Caroline, Kate is also a social worker. Kate splits her time between practicing as an Independent Social Worker and Case Manager and working as a Hospital Liaison Facilitator with Headway Sussex, an organisation which offers reablement and support opportunities for people with an acquired brain injury, and their family carers. An expert by experience, Kate has an acquired brain injury. Steph is also an expert by experience and lives with an acquired brain injury. He is a member of the Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS Foundation Trust lived experience research partnership and is Chair of the Head Injury and Homelessness Research Group.For further information on brain injury and social work please register with biswg.co.uk for news on the launch of the first UK brain injury e-learning platform including teaching resources, lived experience stories and resources for working with families.The Brainkind report, Too Many To Count, mentioned in the discussion is available here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cultural Capability in Social Work 14.11.2024 55min

The UK is a richly diverse society and social workers will frequently work with children, families and individuals whose cultural heritage differs from their own. As we have discussed many times on the podcast, social work is a relationship-based profession and it is difficult to form good relationships without being open to understand the values and traditions which shape another person’s worldview and approach to life. It's also important to recognise that social workers and social work students arriving in the UK from overseas may face barriers and may benefit from support to adjust to some things which people who are born in the UK take for granted. With all this in mind, this episode explores the concept of cultural capability in social work, examining what the concept means and the extent to which cultural capability is attainable. Joining Andy to discuss cultural capability are social workers Michael Nwoye, Chloe Hubert and Uche Odunze.Michael and Chloe work for the organisation, Children and Families Across Borders—CFAB for short. Michael is an Inter-Country Social Worker and Chloe works in CFAB’s Post Placement Support Project. Uche is a newly qualified social worker who during her time studying at the University of Chichester, co-wrote a guide for other international students on adjusting to life in the UK.Children and Families Across Borders have developed a Cultural Family Life Library, a suite of guides for social workers introducing them to the history and culture of families from Romanian, Jamaican and Nigerian heritage. The Library can be accessed here and further guides will be published in the months to come.CFAB is also offering online training on Culturally Inclusive Practice: Essential Skills for Social Workers on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. Click here to find out more about the half day event. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Exploring Artificial Intelligence in Social Work—Ethics, Opportunities and Risk 17.10.2024 55min

In this episode, Andy and his guests discuss Artificial Intelligence in social work. They explore the concept from three angles—how might AI play a role in social care in terms of direct support for people who use services, how might it assist social workers in their practice and finally, how is AI being used in the education of social workers. The discussion focuses on how AI is already helping, how it may help further, and what issues must be considered in terms of the ethics and risks associated with the use of Artificial Intelligence.Joining Andy are social workers Tommy Henderson-Reay, Digital Engagement Programme Manager at NHS England’s Digitising Social Care Programme, Julia Ross, Chair of BASW UK and author of the novel, The Laughing Robot, and Dr Paul Best, Director of the Centre for Technological Innovation in Mental Health and Education at Queen’s University Belfast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Exploring the experiences of Indigenous Peoples—resilience, social justice and lessons for social work 12.09.2024 51min

In our first episode back after the summer break we discuss the experiences of Indigenous People, exploring issues of resilience and social justice and examining lessons for social work. Helping Andy to explore this incredibly important issue are Professor Hilary Weaver and Professor Janet Walker. Hilary is Professor Emeritus of Social Work at the University at Buffalo School of Social Work, the Indigenous Commissioner for the International Federation of Social Workers, and the Board Chair of the United States Council on Social Work Education. She is has written on a variety of issues impacting Indigenous Peoples, including social policy, health and well-being, intergenerational trauma, education and environmental justice. Hilary is Lakota and has lived much of her adult life in Haudenosaunee territory in Western New York. Janet is Professor Emeritus of International Social Work at the University of Lincoln and Chair of the British Association of Social Workers International Committee. During the conversation several documents are referred to. They are:The International Federation of Social Work statement on International Indigenous Peoples’ Day 2024The Council on Social Work Education Statement of Accountability and Reconciliation for Harms Done to Indigenous and Tribal PeoplesThe Council on Social Work Education Teaching Guide: Repairing Harms Done to Indigenous and Tribal Peoples Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does the Labour landslide mean for adult social care in England? 18.07.2024 50min

In the last episode of the podcast before we take a break for the summer, Andy and guests have an opportunity to reflect on the outcome of the UK general election and explore what the changed political landscape will mean for adult social care in England, reflecting on potential impacts for social workers and people who use services. Andy is joined by Vice Chair of BASW England and Co-Chair of its Adult Thematic Group, Jackie Mahoney, BASW UK Council member and Expert by Experience, Mark Lynes, and BASW England’s Policy & Campaigns Officer, Josh Dixon.The episode begins with reflections on the changed political landscape and touches on BASW’s campaign to remove the Universal Credit two-child limit. The conversation then switches to focus on priority issues in adult social care in England and the importance of coproduction and meaningful involvement of experts by experience in the design of adult social care services. Mark’s contribution to the discussion on coproduction was itself coproduced and he wishes to thank his colleague, Omar Mohammed for his support.The conversation concludes with a discussion about the need for investment in increasing the amount of good-quality social housing in the UK and BASW’s call for on-going investment in specialist and supported housing.The BASW 2024 general election manifesto referenced in the discussion is available here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Operation Encompass 04.07.2024 52min

In this episode, number 84 in our series, Andy McClenaghan and guests discuss Operation Encompass—a police and education early information safeguarding partnership enabling schools to offer immediate support to children experiencing domestic abuse.Andy is joined by founders of Operation Encompass, David Carney-Haworth OBE and Elisabeth Carney-Haworth OBE, and social worker James Draper. James is Designated Officer for Child Protection at the Northern Ireland Education Authority. Together they explore the benefits of the project along with the merits and challenges of multi-agency working.Operation Encompass launched in February 2011 and it is conservatively estimated that over 1.5million children have been supported as a result. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.