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Sep 18, 20232 min read
Suicide prevention plans rolled out by government to improve support for young people
The government has launched a five-year plan to address increasing suicide rates and mental health problems among children and young...
Sep 8, 20232 min read
It’s time to renew your Social Work England registration!
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...
Sep 4, 20232 min read
Department of Education set to enforce stricter regulations on social work agencies
Heard about the recent talks to implement agency social work restrictions in children’s services? Here’s a quick recap of everything we...
Aug 31, 20232 min read
NHS Long Term Workforce Plan: where are the social workers?
Following the release of the NHS Long Term Workforce Plan, leaders within the industry have raised concerns about the omission of the...
Aug 21, 20232 min read
What is the 'better lives' approach being used by London Boroughs?
The 'Better Lives' approach is all about allowing 'people to be as independent as they can be.' Carry on reading this blog for insight...
Aug 16, 20232 min read
3 tips for moving to the UK as a social worker
The government recently issued a warning regarding a number of “very bad employers in the social care sector” exploiting overseas staff....
Aug 7, 20232 min read
Men eager to increase home caregiving responsibilities
According to a new report, men worldwide are eager to increase their caregiving responsibilities at home but said that societal barriers...
Jul 28, 20232 min read
The reality of working as a children's social worker: 3 things you probably didn't know
Working as a children's social worker in the UK can be a challenging and rewarding profession that involves supporting vulnerable...
Jul 28, 20231 min read
Is the new care regime for teenagers unaffordable?
From October 2023, new national standards for teenagers in care will come into effect. The new regulatory regime will ensure that all...
Jul 26, 20232 min read
Digital champions to help councils improve connectivity across the UK
A new report advises that digital champions could help support councils tackle digital exclusion and help improve the rollout of fast...
Jul 24, 20232 min read
Dealing with abuse as a social worker
As a social worker, you are expected to care for others - often people who have experienced significant trauma or have lived particularly...
Jul 12, 20231 min read
July is Good Care Month: here's how to get involved
Here at Imperium Solutions we’re celebrating Good Care Month! Carry on reading to find out how you can show your appreciation and support...
Jun 27, 20232 min read
Is the Carer's Leave Bill about to become law?
In this blog, we look at the latest developments on the Carer’s Leave Bill and discuss affordances for employees if it becomes UK law....
Jun 26, 20232 min read
Boost to universal credit for childcare this week
Starting from 28th June, the maximum childcare payments under Universal Credit will experience a substantial increase of almost 50%,...
Jun 19, 20232 min read
Labour to boost pay for adult social workers if successful in next election
Labour has announced plans to reform adult social care if it wins the next election. Plans to improve the UK’s adult social care sector,...
Jun 12, 20232 min read
Social workers are back on strike over unresolved pay dispute
UNISON is urging social workers and council staff to vote ‘yes’ to industrial action over an ongoing pay dispute in latest ballot....
Jun 9, 20231 min read
Tackling the social care workforce crisis: what's new?
From a myriad of vacant FTE children's services, to increasing turnover in adults services, it’s no secret that the social care sector is...
Jun 6, 20232 min read
Sharp increase in safeguarding referrals
Schools across England have reported a 59% increase in the number of safeguarding referrals and re-refferals to children since the start...
May 30, 20232 min read
How are local authorities tackling digital exclusion?
Access to fixed broadband is 15% lower in England’s most deprived areas than in the least deprived, finds new study from the Local...
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