Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 14/03/2026youtu.be/xxjbYXo_vQIyoutu.beLewis Roberts (BASW’s Vice Chair) in conversation with Julia Ross (BASW Chair)YouTube video by BASW_UK 000
Reposted by Julia RossBASW Cymru @baswcymru.bsky.social · 10/10/2025We are at @plaidcymru.bsky.social Autumn Conference today in Swansea - pop over and say hello! 021
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 09/10/2025📢 BASW is giving public evidence to the UK Covid Inquiry on Monday 📢 We are the only social work organisation involved in this Inquiry, enabling us to ensure that social work is being fairly represented, heard and understood in its investigations. 121
Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 10/10/2025So looking forward to hearing @basw-uk.bsky.social at Mondays UK Covid Inquiry. There’ll be lots to hear, lots to learn for #children & families 010
Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 10/10/2025why are #tesla cars crashing? Read all about #notcars in my dystopian novel #TheLaughingRobottheguardian.comUS regulators launch investigation into self-driving Teslas after series of crashesNHTSA reported Teslas driving through red traffic lights and driving against direction of travel during a lane change 000
Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 08/10/2025www.linkedin.com/posts/iowlf_...linkedin.com#iwlitfest #isleofwightliteraryfestival #booklovers #readersofinstagram #authortalks #literaryfestival #festivalvibes #cultureisleofwight #bookcommunity | Isle of Wight Literary Festival🎥✨ A Little Flavour of What’s to Come… The countdown is on! 🕰️ Get ready for another unforgettable Isle of Wight Literary Festival — where stories leap off the page, ideas spark, and inspiration fil... 100
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 02/10/2025Antisemitism is an evil that we must all condemn and stand robustly against. There is no room for hate and prejudice in our society. 052
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 02/10/2025Today’s attack on a Synagogue in Manchester on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, is deeply disturbing and horrifying. Our thoughts and condolences are with the victims, their families, and the wider Jewish community at this distressing time. 162
Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 30/09/2025www.linkedin.com/posts/iowlf_... #TheLaughingRobotlinkedin.com#writeonwight #isleofwightwriters #localauthors #booklovers #iwlitfest | Isle of Wight Literary Festival📚 WRITE ON WIGHT – Celebrating Local Voices ✨ Following its debut in 2024, WRITE ON WIGHT returns bigger and brighter for this year’s Festival! 🌟 In partnership with Medina Bookshop & Naked Figlea... 000
Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 28/09/2025Interesting start @covid-19 inquiry. Do therapeutic interventions for children need to take account of #socialwork skills & role working in partnership with #schools #teachers @basw-uk.bsky.social @baswcymru.bsky.social 000
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 01/07/2025🚨 We've joined with 85 disability and human rights campaign groups in opposing the disastrous Welfare Bill. There is too much at stake for disabled people for this Bill to be rushed through without meaningful challenge or scrutiny. MPs must reject it today. www.theguardian.com/politics/202...theguardian.comNo 10 plan to avert Labour welfare rebellion in chaos amid division over scale of concessionsMPs including select committee chairs express doubts that concessions agreed last week go far enough 035
Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 01/07/2025Co-production is essential. The government says so itself. Why have people not been engaged? 011
Reposted by Julia RossCarers Wales @carerswales.bsky.social · 01/07/2025Disabled people and their unpaid carers in Wales stand to lose the most from these utterly bizarre proposals by the UK Government. We call on all MPs in Wales to vote against these cuts today. #ShowUsYouCare 042
Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 12/06/2025So happy to be part of this rich experience. Thankyou to all members, colleagues and contributors 022
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 11/06/2025🌟 Thank you to all our delegates, speakers, exhibitors and staff for making BASW UK Conference 2025 a memorable, passionate and positive celebration of our profession. It's always special when our social work community comes together. Until next time! #BASWConf25 031
Reposted by Julia RossCaroline McD @carmcd.bsky.social · 11/06/2025Huge thanks to @basw-uk.bsky.social for having us along to share our workshop on 'Community Orientated Practice Makes a Difference'. We appreciated having one of our parents come along to contribute to our presentation! Lived experience is so powerful ❤️ 033
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 12/06/2025🤩 WOW! 🤩 An inspiring couple of days in Manchester for BASW UK Conference 2025 full of rich discussions, learning and fellowship. We're enjoying seeing all your photos and hearing about your conference highlights and experiences. Let's keep the conversation going! #BASWConf25 021
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 05/06/2025Social workers raise concerns over Reform lead members for children's and adult services at Leicestershire County Council #Reform #Burka #LeicsLatest new.basw.co.uk/about-social...new.basw.co.ukReform councillors aged 19 and 22 in charge of children’s and adult services at local authoritySocial workers raise questions over clash of values and lack of experience of new lead members at Leicestershire County Council 125
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 06/06/2025✨ Eid Mubarak to all who are celebrating #EidAlAdha Everyone at BASW wishes you a peaceful and joyful celebration. 032
Reposted by Julia RossBASW Cymru @baswcymru.bsky.social · 06/06/2025Eid Mubarak! May we all be inspired by the values of empathy, generosity, and compassion celebrated during #EidAlAdha. Team BASW Cymru Eid Mubarak! Bydded inni i gyd gael ein hysbrydoli gan werthoedd empathi, haelioni a thrugaredd a ddathlwyd yn ystod #EidAlAdha. Tîm BASW Cymru @basw-uk.bsky.social 022
Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 17/05/2025Ai must read for all #socialwork enthusiasts and doubters new.basw.co.uk/about-basw/c...new.basw.co.ukArtificial Intelligence (AI) in Social WorkGuidance and resources for social workers in relation to use of AI. 000
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 28/04/2025📢 We're delighted to announce that Janet Daby MP, Minister for Children and Families, will be our headline speaker at BASW UK Conference! Join us in Manchester on 10-11 June and sign up this week to take advantage of our discount rate! Find out more 🔗 new.basw.co.uk/about-basw/s... 022
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 30/04/2025🚨 BASW England strongly opposes the rollout of PAVA spray in youth custody settings. We've written to @shabanamahmood.bsky.social calling on the government to halt implementation and prioritise trauma-informed and rights-based approaches. Find out more 🔗 basw.co.uk/support/grou... 052
Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 01/05/2025Real & enduring message to us all from Pete Jackson @adass.bsky.social @basw 000
Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 22/03/2025Glad to see more progress on the #AssistedDying bill which will improve #socialwork contribution thanks to @danny__Kruger @Kimleadbeater 020
Reposted by Julia RossDavid Brindle @brindled.bsky.social · 28/02/2025Pick yourself up, dust yourself off, start all over again … www.countypress.co.uk/news/2497103...countypress.co.ukFormer Isle of Wight MP becomes parish councillorHe served as MP for the Island between 2017 and 2024. 011
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 14/02/2025While BASW has not taken an ‘in principle’ decision on assisted dying, we're engaging heavily with MPs on the issue given its likely significant impact on social work should it become law. Read our position on the Bill's latest developments ⬇️ basw.co.uk/articles/rol...basw.co.ukRole of social work recognised in assisted dying legislation | BASW ReactionProposals for assisted dying in England and Wales are currently being debated in Westminster. 031
Reposted by Julia RossSocial Work Today @socialworktoday.bsky.social · 14/02/2025www.socialworktoday.co.uk/News/lack-of...socialworktoday.co.ukLack of support throughout custodial journey for Gypsy, Roma and Traveller people | Social Work TodayNew research explores young Gypsy, Roma and Traveller people’s experiences of the criminal justice system. 001
Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 11/02/2025Next most important step is to agree strong #ethicalframework for #socialwork #Ai We’re on the case @basw-uk.bsky.social 000
Reposted by Julia RossScottish Association of Social Work @scotssocialwork.bsky.social · 27/01/2025One Deal for Social Work SASW calls for a national pay framework with: ✅ Fair, consistent salaries ✅ Caseload limits for safe practice ✅ Paid overtime and dedicated training time ✅ Flexible working for social workers and communities ✍️ Support our campaign: buff.ly/42kfw0x 031
Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 19/01/2025Getting better all the time! An unmissable event @baswcymru.bsky.social 010
Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 16/01/2025bsky.app/profile/joeh... Delighted to see this. Pls read everyone esp #socialworkers @basw-uk.bsky.social @baswcymru.bsky.social 033
Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 14/01/2025t.co/OOJiXhi3io?s... Essential #socialwork #Socialcare fast track work on ethical framework Ai is with us now @basw-uk.bsky.socialt.co‘Mainlined into UK’s veins’: Labour announces huge public rollout of AIPlans to make UK world leader in AI sector include opening access to NHS and other public data 000
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 07/01/2025🙏 Thanks to Lee Barron MP for meeting with BASW England earlier. Useful to discuss a range of topics relating to the social work profession, including on improving working conditions and children's social care. We look forward to working with you in this parliament. 041
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 06/01/2025Since its inception we've consistently raised serous concerns about the National Age Assessment Board (NAAB) and been vocal in our calls for it to be dismantled. Thanks to @gardencourtlaw.bsky.social for highlighting our reservations in their latest blog ⬇️ gardencourtchambers.co.uk/home-office-...gardencourtchambers.co.ukHome Office concedes age dispute challenge and accepts child refugee wrongly assessed to be adult following determination by District Judge in Criminal Court | Garden Court ChambersIA was represented in criminal proceedings by Stephanie Harrison KC, Grainne Mellon and Nadia O’Mara of Garden Court Chambers, instructed by Lainy Snook of Bond Joseph Solicitors. 042
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 03/01/2025📢 WE'RE HIRING! 📢 @baswcymru.bsky.social are looking for an experienced social workers to join their team as a full-time Professional Officer. Apply before 10am on Friday, 24 January 2025. Find out more 🔗 basw.co.uk/careers/work... 043
Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 01/01/2025@basw-uk.bsky.social @scotssocialwork.bsky.social @baswcymru.bsky.social Not everyone can celebrate but today we can hope for a better brighter tomorrow #2025 020
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 23/12/2024✨ We wish all our members and colleagues across social work and social care a very happy festive season. Please note our offices will be closed from tomorrow until 2 January. Full information on our website below. 🔗 basw.co.uk/articles/bas... 043
Reposted by Julia RossScottish Association of Social Work @scotssocialwork.bsky.social · 24/12/2024Happy holidays from the SASW team 🎄 032
Reposted by Julia RossScottish Association of Social Work @scotssocialwork.bsky.social · 18/12/2024SASW Responds to SSSC Fee Consultation We’ve voiced our concern about the proposed 50% increase in registration fees for social workers. With salaries rising by only 3.6%, this steep hike feels disproportionate. Read our full response here🔗 buff.ly/4gfiMOM 011
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 20/12/2024We hope the Festival of Lights brings you love, good health, warmth, and joy. Chag Sameach! 🕎 131
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 20/12/2024💛 BASW and @swu-uk.bsky.social would like to wish Jewish communities celebrating across the UK and around the world a very happy and peaceful Hanukkah. The eight day Jewish religious and historical celebration, also called Chanukah, begins at sundown on 25 December. 142
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 18/12/2024BASW UK Chair, Julia Ross spoke to BBC Radio 4 following the sentencing of Sara Sharif's killers. Julia highlighted the immense pressure social services are under due to high volume & increasing complexity of caseloads. Listen from 11:50 on the link ⬇️ www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...bbc.co.ukPM - Sara Sharif's 'sadistic' killers jailed for life - BBC SoundsSara Sharif's father and stepmother jailed for murder after horrific details revealed. 031
Reposted by Julia RossBASW Cymru @baswcymru.bsky.social · 13/12/2024MEMBERSHIP MONDAYS Join us Monday 16 December, 12.30pm–1.30pm (teams) FREE. This is an informal drop-in event to meet the BASW Cymru team and other BASW Cymru members. No set agenda and you can even pop in for 5 minutes anytime during the hour! basw.co.uk/upcoming-bas... @basw-uk.bsky.social 002
Reposted by Julia RossDr Caroline J Bald @carolinejbald.bsky.social · 11/12/2024Had a wee debate with Keith Skerman @adass.bsky.social - it’s time socioa social and probation reconnect in this month’s @basw-uk.bsky.social professional social work magazine. (Disclosure: Two social work qualified ex-probation officers). Would love to hear your views? basw.co.uk/about-social...basw.co.ukIt’s time social work and probation reconnect in England and WalesWith the Probation Service in turmoil and reoffending rates rising, social work lecturer Caroline Bald and social worker Keith Skerman call for radical thinking 182
Reposted by Julia RossAndy_Bilson @bilson.org.uk · 06/12/2024I've just found out that @basw-uk.bsky.social have published an article about my presentations in Bulgaria basw.co.uk/about-social... #socialworkbasw.co.ukWe’re investigating more but not protecting children betterLeading social work academic Professor Andy Bilson highlights the evidence 0105
Julia Ross @20452079.bsky.social · 03/12/2024Delighted to see #guardian obituary today celebrating the life of Jane Thomas #socialworker & huge influence in creation of @basw-uk.bsky.social 051
Reposted by Julia RossBritish Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 02/12/2024On Friday, MPs voted to progress the Assisted Dying Bill for England and Wales. BASW raised concerns with MPs ahead of the debate on the Bill's absence of any recognition about the role of social workers in adult safeguarding and mental capacity. 234
