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Version 9 of the quality assurance framework (QAF) came into force on 17 June 2013.
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.
A checklist for countersignatories to help applicants join the Update Service quickly and easily.
This factsheet provides a brief overview of manual DBS certificates, and how they differ from automated certificates.
A video showing what information we need as part of a barring referral and why this is important.
Application form inserts to tell applicants directly about the Update Service and online tracking.
Information for employers on the recruitment of ex-offenders.
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.
These documents inform organisations of the technical specifications for e-bulk logical business messages.
The barring decision-making process at DBS, including information about barring appeals and reviews.
A table of rehabilitation periods for the most common sentences and disposals applied to checks processed until 27 October 2023, and example scenarios.
Guidance notes on how to register your organisation with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and nominate a lead countersignatory.
This page contains information about Crown Dependencies refunds, including who can be refunded, and how refunds will be processed.
Guidance and information about appealing a barring decision made by DBS.
Screen previews for applicants of the DBS Update Service.
Case law from challenges to the disclosure of information under Part V of the Police Act 1997.
This guidance explains how to make barring referrals across UK nations.
Guidance for local authorities and bodies about duty and power to refer a person to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
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