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Latest news from Social Work England
27/10/2026
Board paper
Board papers - 30 October 2026
We are committed to openness and transparency. With this in view, we will publish all of our board papers online.
08/10/2026
EDI
Social Work England stands against racial and religious discrimination
Social Work England does not tolerate racist, offensive or discriminatory behaviour towards our people, social workers or members of the public.
08/10/2026
Media release, EDI
Social Work England retains gold standard in equality and diversity
Social Work England, the regulator for social workers in England, has received the Gold Talent Inclusion and Diversity Evaluation (TIDE) award for the second year in a row.
01/10/2026
Announcement, Engagement
Help to shape the future of continuing professional development (CPD) for social work in England
Ahead of a consultation on the future of CPD launching in early 2027, we’re continuing our conversation with social workers and the sector.
17/09/2026
Media release
Social Work England joins cross-sector work on AI regulation principles
Social Work England to help develop principles on how the use of artificial intelligence (AI) by health and social care professionals should be regulated.