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Case law from challenges to the disclosure of information under Part V of the Police Act 1997.
These documents inform organisations of their business roles and responsibilities when using e-bulk.
Legislative information relating to supervisory authorities and keepers of registers.
This list outlines the most recent common errors made on the DBS application form and what you should do to avoid them.
Information around regulated activity in Northern Ireland, that isn't covered within the DBS guidance leaflets.
Guidance about data protection issues when making a barring referral to the DBS.
Guidance documents about third party access to DBS electronic data.
The relevant questionnaires must be completed by organisations that are third-party suppliers, handling Registered Bodies' e-bulk application data.
You have the right, where this is technically feasible, to electronically receive any personal data you have provided to the DBS to process, on a consent basis.
A booklet with case studies about DBS checks.
A collection of factsheets, updated guidelines and news stories related to DBS and coronavirus.
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