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The Social Workers Union (SWU) is a trade union dedicated to social work professionals in the UK.

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Scottish Association of Social Work @scotssocialwork.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Glasgow City Council's threat of 'fire & re-hire' will cause avoidable damage to staff trust, livelihoods, and functionality of statutory services if it goes ahead. It is imperative that a way forward is found. Read our full statement here: buff.ly/GOPJUXB
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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
👋 If you're at The Social Work Show in Manchester today, make sure to drop by our exhibitor stand with @swu-uk.bsky.social and say hello! Our team is looking forward to meeting lots of Social Workers and Social Work Students throughout the day!
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Social Workers Union @swu-uk.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Looking forwards to today's Social Work Show in Manchester - be sure to stop by the SWU and BASW England stall to say hello! @davesocialist.bsky.social @basw-uk.bsky.social @socialworktoday.bsky.social
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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
We'll be exploring the activity trap in an upcoming episode of our Let's Talk Social Work podcast. Meantime, please do consider joining this webinar hosted by @disrightsuk.bsky.social exploring how we can support Disabled Adults to participate in physical activity. 👇
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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
🎙 NEW PODCAST! Discussing the emergence of Veterinary Social Work in the UK. Host Jonny Adamson is joined by the UK's first Veterinary Social Worker, Rebecca Stephens, and dual Qualified Social Worker and Vet Surgeon, Yasmin Amer. Apple 🔗 apple.co/3g7YcE0 Spotify 🔗 sptfy.in/d2ur
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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
📰 BASW and @swu-uk.bsky.social warn that pay cuts for social work managers in Glasgow will significantly damage services. We raised the alarm on this matter in The Scotsman last week and have written to the Scottish Government to push back on the proposals. Read more 👇
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Social Workers Union @swu-uk.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
SWU is proud to be at the TUC (@tuc.org.uk) today as invited guests, standing alongside the wider trade union movement. The trade union movement is incredibly important for social workers standing up for better working conditions; we are stronger together.
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Social Workers Union @swu-uk.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
There's still time for SWU members to sign up for tomorrow's Talk to SWU webinar! Learn more about what we do, how you can get more involved with free trade union training courses and campaigns, and meet the new SWU General Secretary and interim SWU Chair: swu-union.org.uk/2026/08/talk...
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Together Alliance @togetheralliance.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
These are just some of the messages we've received from Together Alliance supporters to the RNLI. Thank you for showing that unity is more powerful than hate, and that we're better together.
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DPAC Cymru - Disabled People Against Cuts Cymru @dpac-cymru.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Disabled people were promised co-production. But the Timms Review is giving us co-option! Let disabled people lead an independent review! #TimmsReview #DPAC #Wales #Cymru #TakingThePIP #Disability Save the date - Cardiff 25 September, Bangor 30 September
Text on a pale blue background. In green, it says "Disabled people were promised co-production." The word co-production has stars and sparkles around it.

In red it says "The Timms Review is giving us co-option"

In blue it says "Let disabled people lead an independent review!"

At the bottom is the DPAC Cymru logo and the hashtags #DPAC and #TimmsReview and the text Disabled People Against Cuts Cymru.
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Social Workers Union @swu-uk.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Shana Tova from all of us at SWU! Wishing a happy #RoshHashanah and a good and sweet new year to our Jewish social work community. 🍎🍯
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Social Workers Union @swu-uk.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Plans for a rationalisation of pay and job roles as part of a new pay deal for Glasgow City Councill will negatively impact some of our members and their colleagues in social work roles. 🗞️: buff.ly/R2z8OxM 📢 Our joint statement with @scotssocialwork.bsky.social: swu-union.org.uk/2026/09/join...
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Scottish Association of Social Work @scotssocialwork.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Plans for a rationalisation of pay and job roles as part of a new pay deal for Glasgow City Councill will negatively impact some of our members and their colleagues in social work roles. 🗞️ Read the article here:https://buff.ly/R2z8OxM 📢 Read our full statement here: buff.ly/hXOaEsj
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Social Workers Union @swu-uk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
This year’s theme for Suicide Awareness Week is “Changing the Narrative on Suicide”. SWU Interim Chair Chrissie Beatty has answered the call to #StartTheConversation writing about suicide, social work, and hope: swu-union.org.uk/2026/09/havi...
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Social Workers Union @swu-uk.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
SWU members are invited to join us for the upcoming Talk to SWU webinar on September 15th from 12-1pm. Learn more about what we do, how you can get more involved in your union, and meet new General Secretary Dave Callow and Interim Chair Chrissie Beatty: swu-union.org.uk/2026/08/talk...
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Scottish Association of Social Work @scotssocialwork.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Our statement on the 2026-27 Programme for Government. Our members will keenly await the promised engagement on the details of these proposals over the next 3 months. Read our full statement here: buff.ly/gUMu8Bu
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Together Alliance @togetheralliance.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
People up and down the country are gearing up for Organise Together – two summits to plan our next steps. Are you one of them? Reserve your spot now: togetheralliance.org.uk/organise-together
Quote reading "Because inaction is not an option." attributed to "Supporter, London" in white text on a plain black background.Quote urging hope against far-right racism amid economic hardship: "As the economy is hurting people's standard of living, people are looking for answers. The [far] right is providing racism, we need to provide hope." — Supporter, Liverpool"I was involved in Rock Against Racism and the ANL in the 1970s. The far right is gaining so much traction now. We need to mobilise against it." — Supporter, London"Because I want to be front and centre of this joyful rebellion." — attributed to "Supporter, Lancashire" in white centered text on a black background.
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Social Workers Union @swu-uk.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
SWU members are invited to join us for the upcoming Talk to SWU webinar on September 15th from 12-1pm. Learn more about what we do, how you can get more involved in your union, and meet new General Secretary Dave Callow and Interim Chair Chrissie Beatty: swu-union.org.uk/2026/08/talk...
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GFTU Educational Trust @gftuet.org.uk · 27/08/2026
7 0 0 registrations and climbing 🚀 Here at the home of trade union education, our doors are open ready to welcome all learners 👋 🏘Our independent, progressive education offer is like no other, register today - gftuet.org.uk/education #GFTUET #WorkersEducation
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Social Work England @socialworkengland.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
One week to go until annual registration renewal opens on 1 September. Check your email and mobile number are up to date so you don't miss anything important from us. Login: www.socialworkengland.org.uk/login
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Social Workers Union @swu-uk.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Building Brighter Futures for Every Child 🌟 Join the "Careers That Care South West" event on 24 September 2026 at Bristol's M Shed. Connect, learn, and be inspired by the people shaping children's services. It's free to attend. Reserve your place here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/careers-th...
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Together Alliance @togetheralliance.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
Be there. 🔗 Tickets available: www.togetheralliance.org.uk/organise-tog...
Event poster urging people to "Organise Together" to "Stop the far right," promoting two summits — Manchester 17 Oct and London 24 Oct — with goals "Build · Collaborate · Share" and a "Save the dates" reminder.
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DPAC Cymru - Disabled People Against Cuts Cymru @dpac-cymru.bsky.social · 23/08/2026
Welsh Government criticises PIP review co-production: why Wales is calling for a Disabled-led alternative disabledentrepreneur.uk/welsh-govern... #TimmsReview #TakingThePIP #DPAC #Cymru #disability
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Welsh Government Criticises PIP Review Co-Production: Why Wales Is Calling for a Disabled-Led Alternative | DISABLED ENTREPRENEUR - DISABILITY UK
The Welsh Government has raised significant concerns about co-production in the UK-wide Timms Review of Personal Independence Payment (PIP), calling for an independent disabled-led approach to future ...
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Northern Ireland Social Care Council @niscc.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
We have a whole caledar of #LunchtimeSeminars planned for September, October and November. All of these Seminars are free and open to anyone - just visit our events page for the full programme here >>> niscc.info/events #Events #LunchtimeSeminar #Yes2SocialWork #Yes2SocialCare
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Together With Refugees @refugeestogether.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Week of action alert! 🧡 Stronger Together for Inter Faith Week takes place from 8-15 November to celebrate the connections made across faiths and communities when we welcome refugees. Be part of it, save the date!
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End Fuel Poverty Coalition @endfuelpoverty.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
The Energy Ombudsman accepted 46,532 complaints in the first half of 2026, up 16% on last year, with billing disputes accounting for almost six in ten cases. [1/3]
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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
🎧 NEW PODCAST! Ending the cliff edge for care leavers. Let's Talk Social Work returns with an episode examining the challenges facing young people when transitioning from care, and how we ensure care leavers can get the best start in adulthood. Apple 👉 apple.co/3g7YcE0 Spotify 👉 sptfy.in/d2ur
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Just Fair @justfairuk.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
🏠 The UN Special Rapporteur on the right to housing is seeking evidence on how local authorities and community-led initiatives are making the right to housing a reality. Have examples, research or lived experience to share? Deadline: 21 September www.ohchr.org/en/cal...
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Social Workers Union @swu-uk.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Building Brighter Futures for Every Child 🌟 Join the "Careers That Care South West" event on 24 September 2026 at Bristol's M Shed. Connect, learn, and be inspired by the people shaping children's services. It's free to attend. Reserve your place here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/careers-th...
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GFTU Educational Trust @gftuet.org.uk · 19/08/2026
✊ Our programmes wouldn't be possible without your support. 💃 We're hosting a Friends of GFTU Educational Trust Gala Dinner to raise funds to continue to be the home of trade union education. 🔥 RSVP - bit.ly/GFTUETGalaDinner2026 📺 Dave Callow, @swu-uk.bsky.social 👇 #GFTUET #FriendsofET
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GFTU Educational Trust @gftuet.org.uk · 17/08/2026
👀 Our Strategy Series is turning heads. Strong unions don't just react, they plan, organise and build power, together ✊ ▶ Get on the Job and Organise - Lessons From ’Salting’ in The USA ft. @jazbrisack.bsky.social: gftuet.org.uk/courses/strategy-seri… #GFTUET
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Asylum Matters @asylummatters.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Sick of hearing politicians paint people seeking sanctuary as a problem? Send your MP our blueprint for a working asylum system now. Let's show them how listening to the evidence & building in welcome from day one would work better for all of us: fightforasylumrights.org/give-the-new...
Blue infographic listing key asylum reforms—open safe routes; lift the ban on work; end "earned settlement"; house refugees in communities not camps; scrap the Asylum and Immigration Bill. It ends with a banner reading "Base asylum policy on evidence not cruelty."
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Inclusion London @inclusionlondon.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
The Timms review is hosting 15 national workshops online and in person to shape the recommendations that form part of its final report. We want Disabled people to be part of shaping these recommendations. There are 300 participant places available. Register as a participant here: buff.ly/ZtlUstR
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Timms Review: register your interest in a shaping recommendations workshop
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Care Provider Alliance @cpa-socialcare.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Disabled people and people with long-term health conditions are being invited to take part in a series of workshops that will help shape recommendations for the future of Personal Independence Payment (PIP). Details & workshop registration link: www.gov.uk/governmen...
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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Politics can feel very polarising right now, and many social workers will have their own views which may or may not align with the views of their employer, causing conflict and uncertainty. That's why we're hosting a webinar to support social workers with navigating shifting political landscapes.
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Social Workers Union @swu-uk.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
John McGowan talks to Professional Social Work Magazine editor Shahid Naqvi about his ten years as general secretary of the Social Workers Union - and delivers an urgent call to the new prime minister: basw.co.uk/about-social... @basw-uk.bsky.social @gftu.org.uk
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Trussell @trusselluk.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
❗Universal Credit has never been linked to the real cost of essentials. No independent evidence. No regular review. Just a political decision. Submit evidence to help shape a social security system that ensures everyone has enough to live on - by 7 September 👉 bit.ly/3TrbEbJ
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APPG inquiry call for evidence | Trussell
The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Ending the Need for Food Banks (APPG ENFB) is inviting evidence for a new inquiry into how the level of support offered by Universal Credit is decided.
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End Fuel Poverty Coalition @endfuelpoverty.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
The PM is chairing an emergency Cobra meeting over extreme heat, wildfires and drought. The Met Office says this could be the UK's hottest summer on record. Nearly 2,900 people have already died from heat this year in May and June alone, almost 2x the number for the whole of last summer. [1/3]
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BFAWU @bfawu.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
When rights are chipped away for one group, it never stops there. Trade union history shows this clearly.
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GFTU Educational Trust @gftuet.org.uk · 12/08/2026
Have you ever regretted learning something new? Not likely 😂 Especially if that learning takes place on a programme like ours. 🎇 If you're new to the movement, this one's for you - gftuet.org.uk/courses/young-members… #GFTUET #InternationalYouthDay #YMDW
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Dave Callow @davesocialist.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
@gftu.org.uk Education Programme 2026-27. “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Nelson Mandela 2003
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Zero Hour: the campaign for climate and nature @zero-hour.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
🌾 Is the UK sleepwalking into a food crisis? As @profpaulbehrens.bsky.social says, we need a rethink on what food resilience looks like. 🌿 The #NNSBill is about delivering that future. Thriving nature that protects us, our food system + communities. 📝 Let’s get Andy to deliver it: zerohour.uk/andy
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Secure Our Future For Us
Andy Burnham has a chance to Secure Our Future. Will you tell him not to waste it? Sign the petition.
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Northern Ireland Social Care Council @niscc.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Lots of social workers and social care practitioners are already using the our App to manage their registration online. Get connected with the Social Care Council App. Discover how the App can support you ➡️ niscc.info/your-app #Yes2SocialWork #Yes2SocialCare
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Disability Rights UK @disrightsuk.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
🚨NEWS 🚨 The Timms Review is seeking participants to shape recommendations following their Interim Report, although there are "still a lot of unanswered questions on how the recommendations will be genuinely co-produced with DPOs" Read more 👇 www.disabilityrightsuk.org/news/pip-rev...
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PIP Review Moves to Recommendations Stage
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Just Fair @justfairuk.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
🍽️ Food is not a luxury. It’s a human right. We’ve submitted evidence to the Right to Food Commission calling for a legal right to food in the UK, shifting from crisis response to accountability and dignity. Read more:
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Making the right to food real in the UK | Just Fair
What would it mean to truly realise the right to food in the UK? For too many people, access to adequate, nutritious food is not something they can rely on. Food banks are multiplying cross the country, families are skipping meals, and many are forced to choose between putting food on the table or other […]
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Child Poverty Action Group @cpaguk.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Coverage of our analysis in the @bigissue.com More children will get free school meals from September 2026. Here's what you need to know www.bigissue.com/news/social-...
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Which children will get free school meals from September 2026?
The government has expanded free school meals so more children will be able to get them this coming school year. Could your child be eligible?
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Just Fair @justfairuk.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
📣 Two UN Special Rapporteurs have raised serious concerns with the UK Government over the rights to food and adequate housing. Their communications highlight gaps between the UK’s international human rights commitments and people’s lived reality. Read our new blog justfair.org.uk/two-un-exper...
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Two UN experts, one message: the UK must turn its human rights commitments into reality | Just Fair
Two recent communications from UN Special Rapporteurs have put the UK’s record on economic, social and cultural rights firmly under the spotlight, highlighting both progress and persistent gaps in the...
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Social Workers Union @swu-uk.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Chrissie Beatty has been appointed Interim Chair of the Social Workers Union: swu-union.org.uk/2026/08/a-ne... "Together, we can build on the incredible foundations laid by those who came before us, welcome new voices and ideas, and continue to fight for the profession we love."
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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
BASW UK Conference 2026 is fast approaching! ✨ Secure your ticket by 31 July to get an exclusive discounted rate and confirm your place at BASW's showcase event of the year! Check out our conference webpage to view the programme and register your place! 🔽 basw.co.uk/about-basw/s...
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GFTU Educational Trust @gftuet.org.uk · 23/07/2026
Trade union education should be accessible to everyone who wants to make a difference. Even if you're not affiliated to #GFTU, you can still gain access by joining our #EducationFund. Invest in learning that strengthens working people - gftuet.org.uk/educationfund #GFTUET
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