Statement on the Health and Social Care Service Renewal Framework (SRF) 2025-35
8 July 2025 As the professional association for social work leaders in Scotland, we must note deep concern at the …
Statement on the publication of the Children (Care, Care Experience and Services Planning) (Scotland) Bill
Social Work Scotland acknowledge the publication of the Children (Care, Care Experience and Services Planning) (Scotland) Bill and look forward …
Statement on the Care Inspectorate’s report on governance and assurance
We welcome the publication of the Care Inspectorate’s report on the review of social work governance and assurance across Scotland, …
Statement in response to Children’s Commissioner’s letter to Scottish Government on secure care capacity
3 March 2025 Social Work Scotland note the letter from the Children’s Commissioner highlighting the challenges and lack of secure …
Statement on announcement of new executive agency within Scottish Government
18 February 2025 Social Work Scotland welcomes the establishment of a new executive agency within Scottish Government, led by the …
Statement on the Oversight Board report on progress of the Promise
11 February 2025 Social Work Scotland welcomes the 2025 Oversight Board report, recognising the positive progress towards keeping the Promise. …
Statement on concluding report of Children’s Services Reform
Social Work Scotland welcomes the concluding report on Children’s Services Reform study, which highlights what works for families, and the …
Foster and Kinship Care Allowances
Social Work Scotland has long supported a nationally agreed allowance across Scotland. Foster and kinship carers are a core and …
Comment on coverage around the ‘Infants born into care’ report
Comment on coverage around the ‘Infants born into care‘ report “Social Work Scotland welcomes the publication of any research into the …
Social Work Scotland appalled by Illegal Migration Bill
Scotland Social Work Scotland is the social work leadership organisation in Scotland, supporting managers, leaders and practice across the country. …
