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MI5 and cyber security services deliver rare briefings to Vice Chancellors and political parties to harden the UK’s resilience against foreign interference.
DBS has launched a podcast for employers and safeguarding professionals covering topics such as DBS checks, eligibility and the barring process.
Government expands Hong Kong British National (Overseas) route.
Illegal migrants and criminals from 3 African countries will be deported following a threat by the Home Secretary to shut down their visas to Britain.
Government collaborates with Microsoft and other world leading technology companies to create a framework which will identify gaps in deepfake detection.
Wales will see a significant boost to the number of neighbourhood police officers on its streets.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has announced the largest reforms to policing since the police service was founded 2 centuries ago.
Update on the progress and completion of the Independent Review of Disclosure and Fraud Offences.
From 21 January 2026, self-employed people and personal employees can apply for Enhanced and Enhanced with Barred List(s) DBS checks through an Umbrella Body.
Thousands of people affected by the Home Office Windrush scandal will see greater compensation and claims processed quicker, under reforms taking effect today.
Home Secretaries will be given new powers to sack chief constables who fail their communities.
Letter from HM Chief Inspector of Constabulary and HM Chief Inspector of Fire & Rescue Services to the Home Secretary on the inspection progress so far.
Enforcement raids skyrocket by 77% since the government came to power leading to an 83% increase in arrests.
Illegal working arrests and raids have reached their highest level after relentless activity by the Home Office’s Immigration Enforcement teams.
Record number of arrests and raids of illegal workers across the UK including 187 raids in Northern Ireland leading to 234 arrests.
Victims to be given more privacy with new rules blocking police from requesting counselling notes during investigations unless in exceptional circumstances.
Victims of the Home Office Windrush scandal will continue to receive dedicated advocacy support.
The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) has launched a new Customer Satisfaction Survey, to collect feedback from Disclosure and Customer Service customers.
Dating apps and social media platforms must now prevent cyberflashing, as it becomes a priority offence under the Online Safety Act.
Hundreds of endangered species seized in crackdown on international wildlife smuggling.
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