It’s important that we inform you of important future changes to the DBS checking process which will commence from 17th June 2013. The first change is a result of the Government’s aim to put individuals in greater control of their own data. 1. CERTIFICATES: Currently the DBS issue a copy of an Applicant’s certificate to
Personnel Checks News
Are CRB Checks an Infringement of Human Rights?
This week, judges at the court of appeal have ruled that the law requiring job applicants to disclose all previous convictions in an infringement of human rights. This could mean that if the Judgement is approved, job applicants do not have to disclose all of their criminal history when applying for certain jobs. At the
The ID Routes for Online CRB Checks
Most of our customers use our Ebulk Online CRB Check facility to submit their Standard and Enhanced applications to us. We have noticed that the designated ‘ID Verifiers’ often ask; ‘What are the relevant routes to take when confirming I have seen and verified the applicants’ ID?’ When you log into your online CRB Check account, you will see
Warning – Requests for CRB Certificate Numbers
Please be aware that simply requesting CRB Certificate numbers for previously checked individuals will not show you whether they have a criminal background. We have noticed a worrying trend that many more customers are now asking for previously issued CRB Certificate numbers. Customers have told us that organisations are asking them to provide their certificate numbers when
Important Certificate Information
Important information for companies currently carrying out CRB Checks on their staff On 1st December 2012 the CRB merged with the ISA (Independent Safeguarding Authority) to become the DBS. In the first few days as under their new name, the DBS issued over 35,000 DBS certificates. They carry the new logo and updated contact details, but
Top 5 Questions asked about a CRB Check
1. Can I Get a CRB Check if I am Self Employed? If you are a self employed individual, with no other employees within your business, you can get your own criminal record check. The only level of CRB Check available for a self employed individual is a Basic Disclosure check. The higher levels of CRB
CRB Checks to be made portable in 2013!
It’s the announcement we’ve all been waiting for, CRB Checks are to be made portable in 2013! Currently, Standard and Enhanced CRB Checks are not portable and the CRB do not endorse portability. At the moment, the organisation’s name appears on the CRB Check, meaning your certificate can only be used when working for that
Changes to Information Disclosed in a CRB Check
Under the Protection of Freedoms Act, a number of important changes were introduced from 10th September 2012 relating to information disclosed at a Chief Police Officer’s discretion. These changes include: A more rigorous relevancy test for the police when they consider releasing locally held information on an Enhanced certificate A new right for applicants to
Employee Fraud Warning as Cases Rise
Businesses need to be vigilant following an increase in cases of ‘employee fraud.’ The warning, by Jeremy Rowe, director at Pierce Forensic, comes as fraud prevention service CIFAS publishes figures which show insider fraud levels increased 52 per cent during the first half of 2012. The figures from the not-for-profit organisation which represents the private
Changes at the CRB in December 2012
From 1st December 2012 there will be some changes at the CRB. The CRB is merging with the Independent Safeguarding Authority (ISA) to become the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The DBS was established under the Protection of Freedoms Act 2012 and will provide a combined service for the Criminal Records and Barring functions. The service and processes currently provided by the
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