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Multi-agency responses to older children

Ofsted has published a joint report that examines ‘the multi-agency response to older children who are living with neglect’.

Social Work England Continued Fitness to Practice Framework - Sector Involvement

Social Work England are asking for contributions on the different options for renewal of registration for social workers to ensure they remain fit for practice.

Update on Social Work England

An update on Social Work England, which will replace the Health and Care Professionals Council as the regulatory body of social workers.

Working with children, young people and families with learning disabilities

Research in Practice has developed a number of resources to support children, young people and families with learning disabilities, as well as professionals who work with them.

Scheme announced to trial mental health assessments for children in care

The Government has announced a new pilot scheme to give children in care better mental health assessments as they enter the care system.

Care Crisis Review published

A new report explores factors that have contributed to the number of children in care.

Call for CPD practice examples

Research in Practice is inviting individuals and organisations across the sector to share existing continuing professional development materials for Practice Supervisors. These will be used to inform the Practice Supervisor Development Programme.

Good social work practice with carers and their families

Research in Practice has developed resources to support young carers and people who work with them.

Our year in review

Research in Practice is delighted to share its Annual Review, showcasing our year in practice.

Practice Supervisors invited to influence the design of the Practice Supervisor Development Programme

Research in Practice is inviting Practice Supervisors to participate in focus groups to inform the design of the Practice Supervisor Development Programme.