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How to make representations to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) when you are being considered for barring.
The process for making representations to the Chief Officer, regarding information that may be released on a DBS certificate.
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.
Information around our Partnership and Engagement team and Regional Outreach service.
In certain circumstances you have a right to have personal data held about you erased. This is known as the right to erasure.
The Disclosure and Barring Service has developed a multiple status check facility for employers.
This statutory guidance is designed to assist chief officers of police to provide the correct information for enhanced criminal record certificates.
A collection of factsheets, updated guidelines and news stories related to DBS and coronavirus.
Definitions and full lists of professional and competent bodies.
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.
Guidance notes on how to complete the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) countersignatory application form.
Guidance notes on how to register your organisation with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and nominate a lead countersignatory.
A regularly updated list of answers to frequently asked questions related to DBS and coronavirus.
A collection of guidance and case studies to help you decide whether an applicant can apply for a home-based position DBS check.
Checklist to help countersignatories make sure they have completed every section of the DBS application form correctly.
The short booklet answers many frequently asked questions relating to DBS referrals.
Information highlighting the importance and benefits, for employers (particularly those in employment sectors not classed as providing regulated activity) in obtaining a DBS basic check for their employees.
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