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DBS have created a new explainer animation video, about the online 'request a Basic DBS check' function.
How to make representations to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) when you are being considered for barring.
Introduction This guide will help if you are considering making…
1. Introduction When Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) consider it may…
Disclosure and Barring service (DBS) guidance about making referrals. Also includes information about relevant offences.
DBS are set to launch a new 'Save and Return' feature for its online Barring Referral Service, to make submitting a barring referral easier and more convenient.
Guidance to help you validate the identity of a DBS check applicant and a new lead/countersignatory.
Quarterly dataset showing statistics against revised internal performance standards. These apply to barring cases and appeals against barring decisions.
Quarterly datasets showing statistics against internal performance standards. These apply to DBS checks, the Update Service, and disputes.
These framework documents replace the DBS Board Constitution.
DBS has launched refreshed manual ID guidance for Basic, Standard, and Enhanced DBS checks.
Register of interests for the board members of the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
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