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On this page you will find our archived news and press releases 2007 to 2009.

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Care Council for Wales at the National Eisteddfod 2010 27 July 2010

The Care Council for Wales will again have a presence at the National Eisteddfod in Blaenau Gwent and the Heads of the Valleys

Care Council Welcomes White Paper Announcement 7 July 2010

The Care Council has welcomed the Deputy Minister’s intention to produce a White Paper on the future of social services.

Deputy Minister announces White Paper 5 July 2010

Gwenda Thomas, Deputy Minister for Social Services has announced her intention to produce a White Paper on the future of Social Services early in 2011.

Winner of our Digital Graffiti Wall competition 5 July 2010

The Care Council is delighted to announce the winner and runners-up in the Digital Graffiti Wall competition run at the Urdd Eisteddfod this year. Visitors to our stand were asked to show what care meant to them, through pictures and/or words. The interpretation and imagination shown in the designs was inspirational and staff at the Care Council had a difficult choice selecting the top three from over 400 entries.

Social Worker Suspended for Two Years 2 July 2010

A registered social worker formerly employed by Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council has been suspended for two years after admitting failings in the way he carried out child protection work.

Social Care Conduct Committee Hearing to be Held in Cardiff 11 May 2010

A Care Council for Wales Conduct Committee hearing will be held in Cardiff on Tuesday, 18 May to consider allegations of misconduct against a social care worker.

SOCIAL CARE CONDUCT COMMITTEE HEARING 13 April 2010

A Care Council for Wales Conduct Committee hearing will be held in Cardiff on Wednesday, 21 April to consider allegations of misconduct against a registered residential child care worker.

Social Worker Admonished for Misconduct 5 February 2010

A registered social worker employed by an agency has been admonished for three years after a Care Council Conduct Committee found her guilty of misconduct after she gave evidence that was inaccurate or misleading in a child protection case at Cardiff County Court.

Wrexham Social Care Worker Admonished for Misconduct 21 December 2009

A registered social care worker employed by Wrexham County Borough Council has been admonished for six months after admitting she put a service user at potential risk by failing to follow policies and procedures.

“Thank you for hosting an inspirational day. I’ve really enjoyed the opportunity to listen to so many interesting projects.” 9 December 2009

Just some of the feedback from the series of four Social Care Accolades Best Practice Sharing Events – ‘Practice Worth Sharing’. All the events were successful, with positive messages from delegates and presenters. Feedback revealed that attendees found them very useful to reflect and network, as well as celebrate achievements.

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