Report a problem about a criminal record check or barring decision
Appeal against a new barring decision
You can appeal to a tribunal to reverse a barring list decision. The tribunal may remove someone from the barred list if it agrees, or refer you back to DBS for a further decision.
You can appeal if:
- you were automatically added following a relevant caution or conviction
- you believe DBS has made a legal mistake
- DBS barred you based on information that was wrong
It’s up to the tribunal whether they hear your appeal.
Contact the Upper Tribunal to appeal against a new barring decision in England or Wales.
Upper Tribunal
adminappeals@justice.gov.uk
Telephone: 020 7071 5662
Fax: 020 7071 5663
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Administrative Appeals Chamber
5th Floor Rolls Building
7 Rolls Buildings
Fetter Lane
London
EC4A 1NL
Contact the Care Tribunal to appeal against a new barring decision in Northern Ireland.
Care Tribunal in Northern Ireland
tribunalsunit@courtsni.gov.uk
Telephone: 02890 327703
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Care Tribunal
Tribunal Hearing Centre
2nd Floor, The Annex
Royal Courts of Justice
Chichester Street
Belfast
BT1 3JF