/Contents 224 0 R Dual Use Drivers Licences, Hackney Vehicle Licences, Private Hire /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] Getting a disregard means these convictions will not show on any criminal record checks issued by Disclosure Scotland. /Parent 21 0 R 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. /Contents 192 0 R /Parent 5 0 R /Author (Scottish Executive) endobj endobj /Resources 341 0 R /Rotate 0 /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] endobj /Parent 23 0 R /MediaBox [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] /Rotate 0 From January 2018, if you need a basic disclosure check for a job in England and Wales, you should apply to the Disclosure and /Font << But the Home Office and DBS do not know how many people have been prevented from working with children or vulnerable adults through use of this information. endobj /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Type /Page << Preventing Unsuitable Individuals from Working with University of Edinburgh/NSPCC Child Protection Research Centre E-mail: Connie.Smith@ed.ac.uk, https://doi.org/10.1017/S1474746413000171, Get access to the full version of this content by using one of the access options below. /Resources 235 0 R An Enhanced DBS check is suitable for people working with children or adults in certain circumstances such as those in receipt of healthcare or personal care. [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]. /Type /Page >> 1 0 obj /Contents 338 0 R [citation needed] A copy of the completed certificate is sent to the applicant's home address. /F7 169 0 R /GS0 144 0 R << CRB News - Bradford /Subtype /Type1 /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] << Most of the information you will need about criminal record checks or disclosure is in these pages. /Type /Page /Contents 290 0 R /CS0 [/ICCBased 172 0 R] /GS5 149 0 R You will not get a refund unless Disclosure Scotland has made an error. Well send you a link to a feedback form. [11], The Criminal Records Bureau was established under Part V of the Police Act 1997 and was launched in March 2002, following public concern about the safety of children, young people and vulnerable adults. /GS4 148 0 R /Resources 321 0 R DBS basic checks can be obtained by members of the public but enhanced checks are only available to organisations and only for those professions, offices, employments, work and occupations listed in the Exceptions Order (1975) to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974[18] as amended by the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012. /Parent 24 0 R 2006-08-21T15:17:12+01:00 /Parent 24 0 R /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Parent 17 0 R If TransUnion verifies your identity online, you do not need to send copies of your identity documents to Disclosure Scotland. 6. If you receive a DBS certificate with a conviction that doesn't relate to you, you should also inform the person who requested that you complete the form as soon as possible.The phone line for certificate disputes is open 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday only. 53 0 obj /Type /Page /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] Read about the types of information we routinely publish in our Publication scheme. You'll need the following information to hand before you start your online application: You will also need a credit or debit card to pay online. /MediaBox [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. /Contents 268 0 R 33 0 obj << << /Parent 17 0 R /CropBox [615.118 0.0 1210.39 841.89] 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. /Parent 19 0 R >> /Parent 18 0 R /Rotate 0 /dotlessi /lslash /oe /scaron /zcaron 160 /Euro 164 /currency 166 If emailing us, please provide 5 pieces of information, this must >> /Contents 288 0 R /Rotate 0 /Type /Page /Contents 212 0 R endobj >> endobj Find out more about what will change. /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] The chief executive is personally accountable to the Scottish Parliament for the efficient and effective operation and financial management of Disclosure Scotland and for performance against key targets. >> /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] 69 0 obj /BaseFont /ZapfDingbats /Resources 187 0 R /Contents 130 0 R ^by'?K~~5y |8ESUi7wlM?\! /Type /Page You'll need to give your email address when filling out your payment details. 103 0 obj The latest board meeting minutes for Disclosure Scotland. /Rotate 0 /Parent 21 0 R /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Type /Page /GS2 146 0 R /Parent 11 0 R >> /Type /Page 55 0 obj /CS1 [/Separation /PANTONE#20535#20CV /DeviceCMYK 139 0 R] /Type /Page /Resources 371 0 R endobj /Resources 295 0 R /Contents 136 0 R >> /Resources 273 0 R /Resources 181 0 R /Rotate 0 Find out more about how we work and our corporate publications. << << This is known as asking an exempted question.. /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] 81 0 obj >> << 2 0 obj /Metadata 3 0 R [21], The standard DBS check is primarily for positions of high responsibility (for example, accountancy and security). /Resources 197 0 R /Type /Page /florin /fraction /guilsinglleft /guilsinglright /minus /perthousand /quotedblbase /quotedblleft /quotedblright /quoteleft You may need a criminal record check from Disclosure Scotland if you're applying for paid or unpaid work, volunteering, or things like applying to adopt a child. /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] << 40 0 obj The vetting and barring scheme has been developed in response to recommendation 19 of the Bichard Inquiry Report published in June 2004 by Sir Michael Bichard following his inquiry into the murder of two schoolgirls in Soham in 2002. /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] endobj /ExtGState << Visit 'Set cookie preferences' to control specific cookies. 71 0 obj /Resources 243 0 R We use some essential cookies to make this website work. << WebProtecting Vulnerable Groups: Scottish Vetting and Barring Scheme , published on 8 Februa ry 2006. /Resources 233 0 R Disclosure Scotland will only do this after an independent review for either: Find out more about behaviour under the age of 12 and disclosure. /Resources 367 0 R /Type /Page /Type /Page /Parent 18 0 R << WebThe process by which the DBS provides criminal record data is called DBS Certificate or a DBS check (previously CRB check ). /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Resources 221 0 R << 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. Service is accepted by post or by email. << 20 0 obj /Kids [30 0 R 31 0 R 32 0 R 33 0 R 34 0 R] Vetting and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Checks /Type /Metadata An Enhanced with Barred Lists DBS check will include a check of one or both of the Barred Lists that DBS manages and maintains. /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] To submit an online referral, create a DBS online account and once logged in, select submit a referral. /Resources 229 0 R >> /Contents 220 0 R /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /F3 143 0 R /TT1 174 0 R /Parent 18 0 R /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] >> /Parent 19 0 R endobj >> /Rotate 0 /XObject << /Type /Page /Rotate 0 Tracking an application is much quicker online. You must do your own basic disclosure application. endobj endobj endobj /Contents 180 0 R endobj endobj << /Rotate 0 /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] stream
endobj 37 0 obj /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Parent 18 0 R << According to the National Audit Office investigation, the modernisation programme is now running three and a half years late and expected costs have increased by 229 million. If an individual is listed, this will appear on their DBS certificate. /ProcSet [/PDF /Text /ImageB] In January 2006, following controversies resulting from cases where staff had been hired by schools before a full CRB check had been carried out, the Department for Education and Skills stated: "Employers should obtain a CRB Enhanced Disclosure in respect of all teachers they recruit before the person is placed in a school." You can change your cookie settings at any time. /GS7 151 0 R DBS is currently negotiating with its contractor, Tata Consultancy Services, over the delays. endobj /Contents 214 0 R >> << /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] 70 0 obj /Count 10 WebScottish Vetting and Barring Number - Do not complete. /Rotate 0 /Resources 255 0 R Transfer of staff of Disclosure Scotland to the Scottish Administration, and 7. << /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Parent 18 0 R /Rotate 0 /Parent 18 0 R WebThe legislation establishes a vetting and barring scheme for England, Wales and Northern Ireland similar to the scheme established by this Act for Scotland. You can change your cookie settings at any time. /Parent 18 0 R Anyone can apply for a basic disclosure certificate. /Resources 131 0 R endobj /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Rotate 0 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. /GS7 151 0 R << /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] endobj /Type /Page /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Contents 336 0 R Visit 'Set cookie preferences' to control specific cookies. << This Act makes << /Resources 223 0 R << Your certificate needs to be current. << >> On 17 June 2013, the DBS update service was launched, intended to improve the ease of applying for criminal record checks and create significant savings. /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] << /Parent 19 0 R 35 0 obj >> /Rotate 0 endobj /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Parent 20 0 R 98 0 obj /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /FICL#3AEnfocus 2 0 R ] nFr2Xw[:ssR#0~o_}\Ab9'Zy 4(Sx-9@~dLz}c_.tpA*AZ9e1t( xiF g],`L;BDK-
R}i(]gjm@d q\TIQ|x8wWg`@{-#kbUU_;C!` UzM2I /Type /Page /Parent 18 0 R /Resources 309 0 R You can change your cookie settings at any time. /Contents 210 0 R << The certificate will contain the same details as a standard certificate and, if the role is eligible, an employer can request that one or both of the DBS Barred Lists are checked. /Resources 177 0 R >> 43 0 obj /Resources 277 0 R WebPhone: 0300 020 0040 Monday to Thursday 9am to 4pm Friday 9am to 3:30pm Find out about call charges Email response@disclosurescotland.gov.scot Address Disclosure 24 0 obj 97 0 obj endobj Most of the information you will need about criminal record checks or disclosure is in these pages. /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Kids [21 0 R 22 0 R 23 0 R 24 0 R 25 0 R] endobj endobj /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] /acircumflex /atilde /adieresis /aring /ae /ccedilla /egrave /eacute /ecircumflex /edieresis /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Contents 240 0 R /Contents 182 0 R /Resources 191 0 R /Kids [40 0 R 41 0 R 42 0 R 43 0 R 44 0 R 45 0 R 46 0 R 47 0 R 48 0 R 49 0 R] /Contents 248 0 R /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] << endobj /Encoding << /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] >> /Type /Pages /TT0 173 0 R endstream /Rotate 0 /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] >> >> /Rotate 0 /ColorSpace << endobj /Type /Page Curre nt address Town/City Postcode Country Date from You must provide all other address where you have lived in the last 5 years. << /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] 49 0 obj Read about the types of information we routinely publish in our Publication scheme. >> How to complete a DBS Form - oursafesite.org /Rotate 0 There must be a recruiting organisation who needs the applicant to get the check. /Parent 22 0 R << /Type /Page /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] >> /Parent 18 0 R 77 0 obj Alternatively, you can complete the DBS paper referral form and send to: Disclosure and Barring Service /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Contents 322 0 R The link to this service is available at the top of this homepage. /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] "useRatesEcommerce": false /Count 10 /Rotate 0 126 0 obj /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /ProcSet [/PDF /Text] /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Rotate 0 /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] >> You can sign up on the Disclosure Scotland events page or email dsworkshop@disclosurescotland.gov.scot to find out more. >> 8 0 obj 64 0 obj /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] This briefing sets out current vetting and barring arrangements for England and Wales. The new eligibility guidance applies to both staff and volunteer roles. /Resources << /Rotate 0 /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] endobj >> These are covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. /F6 168 0 R /Type /Page endobj >> The Society welcomes the general principles of the Bill and the objectives of the Vetting and Barring provisions: /Rotate 0 >> /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Rotate 0 /Parent 18 0 R [13], Under the Care Standards Act (2000), the Department for Health introduced an adult version of List 99 named 'POVA first' on 26 July 2004,[14] this was later renamed 'ISA Adult First' and finally; 'DBS Adult First'. >> /Rotate 0 /Count 5 << 101 0 obj /Parent 16 0 R /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] << endobj << /Contents 208 0 R 6. 56 0 obj endobj endobj /Contents 184 0 R WebDocument laying out the Scottish Government's proposals for a revised vetting and barring scheme for those working with children and protected adults in Scotland following a consultation exercise. The lists contain information on whether the applicant is barred from working with either of the two groups. 72 0 obj Protecting Vulnerable Groups: Scottish Vetting and >> /Parent 19 0 R endobj >> Since that report was published, the Scottish Ministers and UK Government have accepted all the recommendations and have been working to implement them. /ExtGState << /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] 114 0 obj endobj /ModDate (D:20060821151712+01'00') /Contents 176 0 R >> << Close this message to accept cookies or find out how to manage your cookie settings. /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) | Advice guides | Royal /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] [20], The basic DBS check will disclose any convictions or conditional cautions deemed to be unspent according to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. /Rotate 0 endobj Where a person is cautioned or convicted of a relevant (automatic barring) offence with the right to make representations, DBS will ask the person to submit their representations and consider these before making a final barring decision. /CropBox [0.0 0.0 595.276 841.89] /F0 140 0 R 38 0 obj Total loading time: 0 /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] /DA (/Helv 0 Tf 0 g ) << You may wish to upgrade your browser. 75 0 obj /Producer (Acrobat Distiller 7.0 \(Windows\)) If you have answered 'No' - proceed to 'section b'. /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] << More information regarding barring referrals can be found in our barring referrals guidance. << << /Contents [152 0 R 153 0 R 154 0 R 155 0 R 156 0 R 157 0 R 158 0 R 159 0 R 160 0 R 161 0 R] 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. /Parent 25 0 R /Rotate 0 /Contents 334 0 R /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] Types of disclosure - mygov.scot /Type /Page >> endobj endobj >> /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] endobj /Type /Page /Contents 360 0 R endobj You appear to be using an unsupported browser, and it may not be able to display this site properly. The consequential growth in use of criminal records checks is such that in /Contents 222 0 R If you have a conviction you think may be eligible for a disregard, you can find out more and apply for a disregard at gov.scot. << /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Rotate 0 /Parent 21 0 R It also contains any other non-conviction information that the police or other government bodies think is relevant. You'll need to pay an application fee of 25. /ExtGState << >> /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] WebThe DBS function is going to be transferred from the Department of Home Affairs to the Office of Human Resources. /Contents 258 0 R Deputy Chief Executive for Business Strategy, Director of Policy, Customer Engagement, Communications and Finance, Deputy Chief Executive for Digital Strategy, Phone: 0300 020 0040 /Rotate 0 This is then sent to DBS through a Registered Body. endobj /Type /Page /Resources 285 0 R << /Resources 303 0 R /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /Parent 19 0 R 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. /Type /Pages [22] Standard certificates reveal details of any convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings the applicant has received, that do not qualify for filtering. /Resources 203 0 R /Parent 19 0 R 18 0 obj /Parent 23 0 R Part 5 of the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 covers the reduction in scope of the definition of regulated activity, new services provided by DBS, and disregarding convictions and cautions for consensual gay sex. There are four levels of DBS checks, Basic, /Contents 238 0 R >> /Rotate 0 5 0 obj /Parent 15 0 R This can include incorrect personal details, incorrect conviction information or other discrepancies. /Parent 13 0 R << /Type /Page endobj /Resources 337 0 R /Rotate 0 118 0 obj >> >> /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] >> The quickest way you can apply for basic disclosures and apply for PVG is online. You have accepted additional cookies. Publications also include our board and committee minutes. /Type /Page /Rotate 0 /Resources 339 0 R As of 29May2013[update], the DBS began to "filter" certain criminal information from a DBS certificate if it met the guidelines laid out in The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2013[25]. /Parent 24 0 R /Rotate 0 /Rotate 0 /Kids [110 0 R 111 0 R 112 0 R 113 0 R 114 0 R 115 0 R 116 0 R 117 0 R 118 0 R 119 0 R] PROTECTION OF VULNER ABLE GROUPS (SCOTLAND) BILL The Update Service cannot currently be used for Basic DBS checks. [original research?]. >> This is then sent to DBS through a Registered Body. /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] /GS2 146 0 R /CC 14 0 R Disclosure Scotland - mygov.scot /Resources 133 0 R /Type /Page You will not get a refund unless Disclosure Scotland has made an error. Friday 9am to 3:30pm, Disclosure Scotland /Type /Page /Rotate 0 [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. Read our policy on Social media use. /GS4 148 0 R for this article. >> /Rotate 0 /Type /Pages << /Type /Page Recommendation 19 states /Subtype /XML /MediaBox [0 0 595.22 842] 86 0 obj 12 0 obj [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" . /Contents 171 0 R /GS6 150 0 R This was updated as a result of Part 5 of the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012. If you live in Scotland, find out how to apply for our types of disclosure. /CropBox [0 0 595.22 842] >> >> /Rotate 0 >> /GS5 149 0 R BBC News - Q&A: Vetting and barring scheme /Rotate 0 << /Parent 15 0 R