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Guidance: Children’s social work workforce: guide
UK Department for EducationUnited KingdomModerate confidence1 min
What changed
The UK Department for Education has issued new guidance for local authorities regarding their children’s social work workforce returns. This guidance specifically pertains to the reporting cycles for 2026 and 2027, indicating a continued focus on data collection and oversight of the social work sector.
Why it matters
This development highlights an ongoing commitment to monitoring the children's social work workforce. It provides a foundational dataset for future policy development, resource allocation, and accountability within the social care sector.
What to watch
The UK Department for Education has published new guidance.
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