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Information around which organisation to use for criminal record checks in the UK and overseas.
How to make representations to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) when you are being considered for barring.
The Disclosure and Barring Service has developed a multiple status check facility for employers.
Changes to the filtering rules that came in to force on October 28 2023, the following page explains the potential impact on DBS customers
Guidelines for DBS check applicants who don't have a straightforward address.
Definitions and full lists of professional and competent bodies.
The process for making representations to the Chief Officer, regarding information that may be released on a DBS certificate.
Guidance on how the police make the decision to include locally-held information on an enhanced DBS certificate.
A collection of guidance and case studies to help you decide whether an applicant can apply for a home-based position DBS check.
In certain circumstances you have a right to have personal data held about you erased. This is known as the right to erasure.
Guidance notes on how to complete the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) countersignatory application form.
These documents inform organisations of their business roles and responsibilities when using e-bulk.
This list outlines the most recent common errors made on the DBS application form and what you should do to avoid them.
The barring decision-making process at DBS, including information about barring appeals and reviews.
These documents inform organisations of the technical specifications for e-bulk logical business messages.
A video showing what information we need as part of a barring referral and why this is important.
A regularly updated list of answers to frequently asked questions related to DBS and coronavirus.
This leaflet explains eligibility for DBS checks within various faith groups.
Case law from challenges to the disclosure of information under Part V of the Police Act 1997.
Guidance notes on how to register your organisation with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and nominate a lead countersignatory.
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