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United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) is the main UK government provider of security clearances.
Prevent duty guidance for specified authorities in England and Wales.
Section 1: Status and scope of the Prevent duty Summary About this…
This document sets out terms relevant to the Prevent duty guidance 2023.…
Adran 1: Statws a chwmpas y ddyletswydd Prevent Crynodeb Ynglŷn â’r…
An overview of what the vetting process involves and your responsibilities when you apply for and hold security clearance.
Guidance on the pre-employment screening of civil servants, members of the armed forces, temporary staff and government contractors.
Privacy notice for processing personal data during National Security Vetting (NSV).
List of national security vetting clearance levels with guidance on who requires clearance and what checks are completed.
======================================================================== On 28 January 2026, the OFSI Consolidated List is closing and the UK Sanctions List will be the only source for all UK sanctions designations. See …
The MGS (MOD Guard Service) plays a vital role supporting MOD security.
Cyber Essentials is a government-backed, industry-supported scheme to help organisations protect themselves against common online threats.
These short videos address common concerns and preconceptions which applicants may have about national security vetting.
Channel and PMAP are part of the Prevent strategy. The process is a multi-agency approach to identify and support individuals at risk of being drawn into terrorism.
The firearms security handbook provides guidance on storing and transporting firearms.
A list of Industry Security Notices (ISNs) for defence personnel to highlight security changes or information.
Venezuela is currently subject to UK financial sanctions. This document provides a current list of designated persons.
Guidance on Defence and Security Accelerator terms and conditions for funding, contracts and intellectual property rights.
Contact details for local resilience forums in the UK, and information about what they do.
Guidance on the maintenance of effective personnel security between periods of normal review.
Guidance and webinars to help you understand how to comply with UK financial sanctions.
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