90 0 obj 81 0 obj /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Type /Page The lists contain information on whether the applicant is barred from working with either of the two groups. /Resources 253 0 R /Rotate 0 /Rotate 0 /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Parent 11 0 R /Contents 304 0 R /Type /Page /Rotate 0 /Parent 12 0 R >> WebOne research strand is the protection of children in community settings and includes the systems for vetting adults working with children and barring unsuitable people from such positions. You will not get a refund unless Disclosure Scotland has made an error. Friday 9am to 3:30pm /Resources 301 0 R /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Contents 322 0 R /Parent 24 0 R /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scotland /Contents 216 0 R /F7 169 0 R << /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] This information comes from the Police National Computer. Please do not provide any personal information, All content is available under the Open Government Licence v3.0, except for graphic assets and where otherwise stated, how we work and our corporate publications, Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme, Disclosure Scotland Annual Report and Accounts, Disclosure Scotland Board meeting minutes, Disclosure Scotland Audit and Risk Committee minutes. WebScottish Vetting and Barring Scheme Analysis of the Consultation 9 780755 962112 ISBN 0- 7559- 6211- 7 ISSN 0950 2254 ISBN 0-7559-6211-7 Price 5.00 Wed like to set additional cookies to understand how you use GOV.UK, remember your settings and improve government services. /Contents 340 0 R [12], In 2009 the CRB's Enhanced Disclosure was criticised for including details of any minor contact an individual has had with the police, even where no formal action was taken against them.[32]. endobj /Rotate 0 endobj >> /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Rotate 0 endobj /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] >> /Resources 215 0 R /Rotate 0 The certificate will contain details of convictions and conditional cautions that are considered to be unspent under the terms of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. >> << /Count 50 111 0 obj The DBS enables organisations in the public, private and voluntary sectors to make safer recruitment decisions by identifying candidates who may be unsuitable for certain work, especially involving children or vulnerable adults, and provides wider access to criminal record information through its disclosure service for England and Wales.[2]. << /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] Disclosure and Barring Service - GOV.UK hasContentIssue true, Copyright Cambridge University Press 2013. /CS1 [/Separation /PANTONE#20535#20CV /DeviceCMYK 139 0 R] /Resources 199 0 R << /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] << endobj Friday 9am to 3:30pm, Disclosure Scotland Since that report was published, the Scottish Ministers and UK Government have accepted all the recommendations and have been working to implement them. >> >> endobj /Resources 323 0 R [12], Employers and temporary staff agencies have bemoaned the time it takes for a worker to be cleared by the DBS and in an effort to cut waiting times the government allowed the establishment of "Adult First" . << 10 0 obj << 106 0 obj /GS0 175 0 R Addresses for service of legal documents. /ExtGState << The Criminal Records Bureau, which is now part of DBS, was established under Part V of the Police Act 1997. It examines the current position and developments in 2010. /Parent 17 0 R >> If you need a basic disclosure for a job or volunteering role in Scotland, use this service, which is provided by Disclosure Scotland. Key aims of the programme were to reduce the cost of running the disclosure service, through customers using a new and cheaper update service rather than continuing to use existing types of disclosure certificates. << /Resources 279 0 R /Type /Page WebScottish Vetting and Barring Scheme Analysis of the Consultation 9 780755 962112 ISBN 0- 7559- 6211- 7 ISSN 0950 2254 ISBN 0-7559-6211-7 Price 5.00 /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Subtype /XML /Rotate 0 /Type /Page /Type /Page /Contents 302 0 R Find out more about how we work and our corporate publications. The Age of Criminal Responsibility (Scotland) Act 2019 says a child under the age of 12 years cannot commit an offence. /Im1 137 0 R >> /Contents 364 0 R /F3 143 0 R /Type /Pages << endobj << << /Type /Pages You may wish to upgrade your browser. To submit an online referral, create a DBS online account and once logged in, select submit a referral. >> << << /Rotate 0 /XObject << [8] It is also an offence for an employer to knowingly employ a barred person in regulated activity with the group from which they are barred. /GS6 150 0 R << << >> << Scottish NHS nurses offered 6.5% pay rise for 2023-24 EMAP Publishing Limited Company number 7880758 (England & Wales) Registered address: You appear to be using an unsupported browser, and it may not be able to display this site properly. 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WebTHE VETTING AND BARRING SCHEME (PARTS 1, 2, 4 AND 6 ) The Bichard Inquiry 7. << /Parent 24 0 R Planned industrial action by Hinduja Global Solutions (HGS) staff is set to affect Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) customer contact centre services. /Type /Pages /Rotate 0 /Rotate 0 /Count 10 We rely on Article 9(g) of the GDPR, reasons of substantial public interest (with a basis in law), and the /Type /Page /Resources 269 0 R /Resources 189 0 R /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] /ExtGState << Our current opening hours are 08:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday, and 10:00 to 17:00, Saturday.If emailing us, please provide 5 pieces of information, this must include: Full name Address declared on the application form (including house number and postcode) Date of birthAnd two of the below: DBS Application reference number National Insurance Number Position applied for Employer Name Place of Birth (town/city and country) DBS certificate reference number Passport Number Driving Licence number Previous addressIn addition to the above, Registered Bodies will also need to provide their Registered Body reference number and Countersignatory reference number to confirm their identity.You may be asked some security questions to verify your identity. /Contents 204 0 R /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] 105 0 obj /Parent 17 0 R /Rotate 0 endobj /Rotate 0 % The DBS was formed in 2012 by merging the functions of the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) and the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA)[1] under the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012. /Type /Pages Where an individual is the subject of any of the above three barring referral types (excluding Autobar without representation), the individual will be given the opportunity to provide representations as to why they feel it would be inappropriate or disproportionate for DBS to include them on one or both of the Barred Lists. Close this message to accept cookies or find out how to manage your cookie settings. An Enhanced with Barred Lists DBS check is also suitable for people working with children or adults in certain circumstances such as those in receipt of healthcare or personal care. endobj Vetting and Barring /F5 167 0 R /Resources 195 0 R Read about the types of information we routinely publish in our Publication scheme. The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions each year by processing and issuing DBS checks for England, Wales, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. /Resources 179 0 R /Parent 19 0 R /Length 3619 >> << Eligibility for Standard, Enhanced, and Enhanced with Barred Lists DBS checks is prescribed in legislation. /Contents 332 0 R 29 0 obj 74 0 obj /Contents 272 0 R >> /Type /Page /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Kids [90 0 R 91 0 R 92 0 R 93 0 R 94 0 R 95 0 R 96 0 R 97 0 R 98 0 R 99 0 R] If you want a basic disclosure for personal reasons rather than work purposes, apply where you live Disclosure Scotland (this service) if you live in Scotland, or the Disclosure and Barring Service if you live in England or Wales. >> If you want a basic disclosure for personal reasons rather than work purposes, apply where you live Disclosure Scotland if you live in Scotland, or the Disclosure and Barring Service if you live in England or Wales. 33 0 obj /Type /Page /Metadata 3 0 R /Parent 17 0 R /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Parent 25 0 R /DA (/Helv 0 Tf 0 g ) << An Enhanced DBS check is also suitable for a small number of other roles such as taxi licence applications or people working in the Gambling Commission. /Parent 19 0 R /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] 43 0 obj /Type /Pages (Log in options will check for institutional or personal access. >> /Type /Page The applicant and ID Checkers guides have both been updated and are available on /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] >> endobj /Type /Pages endobj /Type /Page endobj << endobj << /Type /Page /Type /Pages /ProcSet [/PDF /Text /ImageB] 128 0 obj /Type /Pages /Count 10 /Contents 264 0 R /Type /Page [23] An individual may only be checked against one or both barred lists if their job role is classified as a "Regulated Activity" with children and/or adults under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006, as amended. /Type /Page 62 0 obj WebAlso, a Vetting and Barring Scheme contact centre is now live for queries about the Scheme on 0300 123 1111 (Lo-call) available Monday to Friday between 8am and 5.30pm, to help Our disclosure teams carry out DBS checks (previously known as CRB, or criminal record checks). /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] Our Personal information charter explains how we treat your personal information. /Encoding 10 0 R >> Visit 'Set cookie preferences' to control specific cookies. /Parent 11 0 R The latest board meeting minutes for Disclosure Scotland. /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Kids [50 0 R 51 0 R 52 0 R 53 0 R 54 0 R 55 0 R 56 0 R 57 0 R 58 0 R 59 0 R] PO Box 250 83 0 obj /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] [23], Enhanced DBS checks are for positions involving certain activities such as teaching children or treating adults and can also be obtained for certain other professions (for example, judicial appointments, RSPCA officers). << >> /Contents 320 0 R /Type /Page The only exception to this is where a person is cautioned or convicted for a relevant (automatic barring) offence and is not eligible to submit representations against their inclusion on a Barred List. >> /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] 11 0 obj The information contained on each type of check is different. << /F0 163 0 R /Type /Page Web Scottish Vetting and Barring Number (if relevant) Special category personal data In addition to the above, we also process special category personal data for taxi drivers when appropriate. Basic DBS checks can be obtained by the individual online through the DBS website or through a registered third party known as a "Responsible Organisation". /Type /Page /Resources 201 0 R 49 0 obj endobj << We use some essential cookies to make this website work. /Count 50 /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] They are for people doing certain types of work or looking to adopt and are applied for by your employer or a registered body representing you. endobj >> It makes provision for the following matters concerning the protection of vulnerable WebProtecting Vulnerable Groups: Scottish Vetting and Barring Scheme , published on 8 Februa ry 2006. Standard and enhanced disclosures involve higher level checks. Dont include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details. 93 0 obj 12 0 obj [19] In January 2018 "Basic" DBS checks were introduced which will disclose details of any cautions or convictions deemed to be unspent in the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. >> Webintroduced in the Scottish Parliament on 25 September 2006 5 12. 32 0 obj endobj << /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] 15 0 obj /Contents 324 0 R We cannot guarantee the security of information until it is in our possession, and will not take responsibility for such information until we receive it. /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] [7] It is an offence for any person who has been barred by the DBS to work or apply to work in Regulated Activity (whether paid or voluntary) with the group (children or adults) from which they are barred. endobj /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Fields [] /florin /fraction /guilsinglleft /guilsinglright /minus /perthousand /quotedblbase /quotedblleft /quotedblright /quoteleft /Contents 190 0 R 36 0 obj the vetting and barring regime going to change Section b: current address: 32: address /Type /Page Our Personal information charter explains how we treat your personal information. endobj endobj /Type /Page Legislative output and policy divergence in Scotland, Understanding the Community Management of High Risk Offenders, Edinburgh's Children: The Report of the Edinburgh Inquiry into Abuse and Protection of Children in Care, University of Cambridge Institute of Criminology, Sex Offenders in the Community: Managing and Reducing the Risks, Willan in association with the Institute of Criminology, University of Cambridge, Managing risk: from regulation to the reintegration of sexual offenders, The Shaming of Sexual Offenders: Risk, Retribution and Reintegration, Vetting sexual offenders: state over-extentsion, the punishment deficit and the failure to manage risk, Welfare in crisis? >> /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Parent 22 0 R [22], In addition to the information provided on a Standard certificate, the Enhanced certificate involves an additional check with the police,[23] who check if any other information is held on file that may be relevant (for instance, information that has not led to a criminal conviction but may indicate a danger to vulnerable groups). 44 0 obj 117 0 obj >> /Type /Pages /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] >> endstream << Types of disclosure - mygov.scot >> >> /Type /Page /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] You will not get a refund unless Disclosure Scotland has made an error. 18 - archive.parliament.scot The Home Office expected 2.8 million paying users to be using the new update service by 201718, but it was not market tested and the actual number of users is around one million. /Resources 273 0 R /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] 78 0 obj endobj Basic disclosure changes - GOV.UK >> DBS also maintains the Adults and Childrens Barred Lists, and makes considered decisions as to whether an individual should be included on one or both of these lists and barred from engaging in regulated activity. /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] >> /Count 10 Over 200 responses were received to the consultation, although this Scottish Vetting and Barring endobj An exempted question applies when the individual will be working in specific occupations, for certain licences and specified positions. Service is accepted by post or by email. /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] << /Parent 16 0 R Read our policy on Social media use. /Type /Page 82 0 obj 56 0 obj /Rotate 0 >> /MediaBox [0 0 1210.39 841.89] /Rotate 0 Disclosure Scotlands Business Plan explains the key objectives for 2022/23 and how Disclosure Scotland will achieve them. /Contents 356 0 R /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] Please do not provide any personal information, All content is available under the Open Government Licence v3.0, except for graphic assets and where otherwise stated, apply by email for standard and enhanced disclosures, Rehabilitation periods for particular sentences, Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme, Age of Criminal Responsibility (Scotland) Act 2019, behaviour under the age of 12 and disclosure, find out more and apply for a disregard at gov.scot, sign up on the Disclosure Scotland events page, Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme, Pardons and disregards for convictions for sexual activity between men, a Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme record. endobj >> /Resources 291 0 R endobj /Rotate 0 >> Key developments in Scottish youth justice, Safeguarding Childhood: Early Intervention and Surveillance in a Late Modern Society, The Munro review of child protection: an appraisal, Poverty and social justice in the devolved Scotland: neoliberalism meets social democracy, Protecting Children Securing Their Safety: A Pre-legislative Consultation Paper on the Establishment of an Index of Adults Unsuitable to Work with Children, Protection of Children (Scotland) Act 2003 Procedural Note: Determination Process, National Guidance for Child Protection in Scotland Draft for Public Consultation, Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme Guidance for Individuals, Organisation and Personal Employers, Stage 1: Report on Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Bill, Scottish Parliament Education Culture and Sport Committee, Stage 1: Report on the Protection of Children (Scotland) Bill, Vetting and Barring: Policy and Legislation in England and Wales, Child Protection Systems in the United Kingdom: A Comparative Analysis, Policy change under devolution: the prism of children's policy, Devolution and Power in the United Kingdom, People Like Us: The Report of the Review of the Safeguards for Children Living Away from Home, Vetting and Barring Scheme Communications Team, Punishing the Poor: The Neoliberal Government of Social Insecurity, Choosing with Care the Report of the Committee of Inquiry into the Selection, Development and Management of Staff in Children's Homes, Lost in Care: Report of the Tribunal of Inquiry into the Abuse of Children in Care in the Former County Council Areas of Gwynedd and Clwyd since 1974. << >> >> This is then sent to DBS through a Registered Body. /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] If you have a question that is not answered here, you can email: response@disclosurescotland.gov.scot, Phone: 0300 020 0040 /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Rotate 0 << Checks and certification for the disclosure service including basic, standard and enhanced levels.