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22/07/2026

Announcement, Research

Initial findings explore 38% increase in referrals to Social Work England

Social Work England has carried out analysis of 500 pre-triage cases from 1 April 2024 to March 2026 to help understand why it is experiencing a persistent increase in referrals since December 2024.

Board Web

14/07/2026

Board paper

Board papers - 17 July 2026

We are committed to openness and transparency. With this in view, we will publish all of our board papers online.

News Report2

13/07/2026

Announcement

Social Work England annual report and accounts 2025 to 2026

Social Work England – the specialist regulator for social workers in England – has published its annual report and accounts for 2025 to 2026. This summarises our performance for our work from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026.

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09/07/2026

Independent Review of Social Work Professional Regulation in England

Social Work England's response to the Independent Review of Social Work Professional Regulation in England.

Phone Web

08/07/2026

Media release, Announcement

Fitness to Practise Support Service

Social Work England launches new independent support service for those involved in fitness to practise proceedings

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