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The Disclosure and Barring Service is changing its fees, in order to meet the increased operational costs of delivering DBS’ safeguarding service.
The main things you need to consider when employing people for the first time or if you've never hired an employee before
A table of rehabilitation periods for the most common sentences and disposals, and example scenarios.
Step by step guidance for applicants filling in the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application form.
A guide to requesting a DBS certificate reprint and forms to complete.
Guides to help you identify the types of work eligible for an enhanced DBS check in each workforces, including regulated activity.
Guidance for applicants regarding the DBS update service, including how to join and how to renew your subscription.
Disclosure and Barring service (DBS) guidance about making referrals. Also includes information about relevant offences.
A collection of guidance, news articles and promotional material for the DBS Update Service.
A list of Responsible Organisations and their responsibilities
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