Occurred Nov 10, 2026, 11:04:30 AM UTC

First published Nov 11, 2026, 2:05:16 AM UTC · Last updated Nov 11, 2026, 2:05:16 AM UTC

Children's social work workforce, year ending 30 September 2026

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The item reports annual workforce statistics for children's and family social work in England, including agency staff, for the year ending 30 September 2026.

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It records staffing information for children's and family social work across England.

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