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Information on the handling process for DBS certificates.
Information around our Partnership and Engagement team and Regional Outreach service.
Guidelines for DBS check applicants who don't have a straightforward address.
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 video showing what information we need as part of a barring referral and why this is important.
Definitions and full lists of professional and competent bodies.
The Disclosure and Barring Service has developed a multiple status check facility for employers.
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 collection of guidance and case studies to help you decide whether an applicant can apply for a home-based position DBS check.
How to make representations to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) when you are being considered for barring.
A regularly updated list of answers to frequently asked questions related to DBS and coronavirus.
A collection of factsheets, updated guidelines and news stories related to DBS and coronavirus.
Guidance for local authorities and bodies about duty and power to refer a person to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
Screen previews for applicants of the DBS Update Service.
Guidance notes on how to complete the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) countersignatory application form.
This list outlines the most recent common errors made on the DBS application form and what you should do to avoid them.
Case law from challenges to the disclosure of information under Part V of the Police Act 1997.
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