May 27th, 2025 by Daisy Birch
With increasing scrutiny on patient safety and professional accountability in healthcare settings, criminal record checks are becoming an essential part of the recruitment and compliance process in pharmacies across the UK. The Disclosure and Barring Service, alongside Disclosure Scotland and Access Northern Ireland, provide criminal background checks designed to help employers make safer recruitment decisions. […]
May 21st, 2025 by Daisy Birch
The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) has unveiled its Business Plan for 2025-26, setting out a road map to enhance safeguarding efforts and foster economic growth. Aligned with the newly launched 2025-28 strategy, the plan aims to drive measurable impact across key areas while delivering high-quality services to employers, individuals, and the broader community. Strategic […]
April 25th, 2025 by Daisy Birch
On April 22nd 2025, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) released revised manual ID guidance for Basic, Standard, and Enhanced DBS checks. These updates aim to simplify the identity verification process, making it more accessible for both applicants and organisations. Key Changes in the Updated Guidance: Elimination of separate routes for non-UK nationals; all applicants […]
April 7th, 2025 by Daisy Birch
Companies operating in the UK’s gig economy are now required to carry out right to work checks to confirm that all individuals that work on their behalf are legally allowed to work in the country. What Has Changed? For the first time, businesses hiring individuals for gig economy roles are legally obligated to perform right […]
April 2nd, 2025 by Daisy Birch
The DBS Update Service, allows applicants to keep their DBS certificates registered as up to date and employers to check their status online. How the DBS Update Service Works To use the service, applicants must: Register and pay an annual subscription fee (£16) directly to the DBS (free for eligible volunteers). Provide consent for employers […]
March 21st, 2025 by Daisy Birch
As part of the framework to update and improve the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in Scotland, further Disclosure Scotland Act 2020 changes will be implemented from 1st April 2025. This article will answer some of the more common questions we receive, and help to guide readers about upcoming changes. What is the Disclosure […]
February 19th, 2025 by Daisy Birch
In the ever-evolving landscape of recruitment, pre-employment screening has become a foundation for businesses seeking to build a reliable workforce and foster trust. However, as the scope and depth of these checks expand, so too do the ethical challenges they present. Striking a balance between thorough vetting and safeguarding candidate privacy requires careful navigation of […]
February 5th, 2025 by Daisy Birch
Due Diligence Checking (DDC) is proud to announce that we have been re-certified as a Digital Identity Service Provider (IDSP) for DBS checks and Right to Work checks. Our certification follows a rigorous audit process, evaluating our digital identity verification systems, governance, policies, and expert team. As a government-certified IDSP, we continue to provide seamless, […]
January 28th, 2025 by Daisy Birch
Enhanced DBS checks are a critical step in safeguarding vulnerable groups, such as children and vulnerable adults, by assessing the suitability of individuals for specific roles. Understanding the Enhanced DBS checking process is essential for identifying why some checks take longer than others and how to ensure a smooth application. The five stages of the […]
January 17th, 2025 by Daisy Birch
At Due Diligence Checking (DDC) we endeavour to provide our clients with a top-tier service that simplifies the process of applying for DBS checks. Alongside this, DDC are committed to ensuring that the results of DBS checks are returned as quickly as possible. The turnaround times at the DBS have been continually improving and DDC […]
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