Industry news & updates

The government's legislative agenda for the upcoming year, as outlined in the recent King's Speech on November 7, revealed that there...

Unions have officially agreed to the local government pay deal for England, Wales, and Northern Ireland for this year, putting an end to...

The Local Government Association (LGA) urges swift measures to bolster the child welfare workforce and enhance staff retention in the...

In this blog, we provide a brief overview of the Right Care, Right Person government initiative and what it means for the social work...

Adult social workers are being asked to share their experience at work in a new national survey aimed at improving job satisfaction in...

While becoming a new parent is a profound and exhilarating experience, it also poses the challenge of balancing your career and personal...

According to a new survey by the Carers Trust, more than 40% of carers said they are not receiving the support they need. Approximately...

In the realm of social work, effective communication is the cornerstone of building trust, understanding, and meaningful connections with...

The government has launched a five-year plan to address increasing suicide rates and mental health problems among children and young...

It’s that time of year again…that’s right - it’s time to renew your Social Work England registration. Carry on reading if you need a...

Heard about the recent talks to implement agency social work restrictions in children’s services? Here’s a quick recap of everything we...

Following the release of the NHS Long Term Workforce Plan, leaders within the industry have raised concerns about the omission of the...

The 'Better Lives' approach is all about allowing 'people to be as independent as they can be.' Carry on reading this blog for insight...

The government recently issued a warning regarding a number of “very bad employers in the social care sector” exploiting overseas staff....

According to a new report, men worldwide are eager to increase their caregiving responsibilities at home but said that societal barriers...

Working as a children's social worker in the UK can be a challenging and rewarding profession that involves supporting vulnerable...

From October 2023, new national standards for teenagers in care will come into effect. The new regulatory regime will ensure that all...

A new report advises that digital champions could help support councils tackle digital exclusion and help improve the rollout of fast...

As a social worker, you are expected to care for others - often people who have experienced significant trauma or have lived particularly...

Here at Imperium Solutions we’re celebrating Good Care Month! Carry on reading to find out how you can show your appreciation and support...