The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) has announced that, effective from 2nd December 2024, fees for DBS checks and the DBS Update Service will increase, pending parliamentary approval on 4th November 2024. While volunteer checks remain free, fees for Enhanced, Standard, and Basic DBS checks, as well as the Update Service, are set to rise.

A recent BBC investigation has brought attention to a little known loophole in child safeguarding. This loophole allows private tutors to operate without any regulation or safeguards like DBS Checks. Although professional membership bodies try and enforce standards, there are those that operate with malice by exploiting the loophole.

The SPAC Nation scandal has revealed severe financial mismanagement and safeguarding failures, leading to trustee bans. By implementing thorough screening and ongoing monitoring, charities can protect themselves from fraud, ensure proper resource use, and maintain public trust.

As 2024 draws to a close, the UK recruitment industry is facing significant challenges. After the post-pandemic recovery, a sharp slowdown in job postings and placements has hit several sectors. Recruitment agencies, including industry giants like Hays, have reported drastic profit declines.

Personnel Checks renews its partnership with the Children’s Activity Association, continuing to support safeguarding in children's activities. CAA members benefit from discounted DBS checks, workshops, and conference participation. This collaboration emphasizes our shared commitment to making recruitment safer for everyone involved in children's activities.

Personnel Checks has today launched an innovative Update Service feature which allows enhanced DBS management for organizations. Automate status checks, customize applicant journeys, and centralize DBS data with this streamlined solution, ensuring up-to-date information and reducing unnecessary checks, all from one dashboard.

In our latest update, we delve into the significant legislative strides made in England and Wales to safeguard children from sexual abuse. We examine the closure of a critical loophole that allowed registered sex offenders to change their names undetected as well as other developments and challenges.

How can you tell a genuine DBS check from a scam? In the digital age, job scams, especially those involving fake DBS checks, are on the rise. In support of the government’s Stop! Think Fraud campaign, the DBS has published advice on how to identify these scams. Use the tips in this guide to stop yourself from falling foul of recruitment fraud.

Have you ever wondered what happened to CRB Checks? Maybe, you didn’t realise that anything had happened to them. Either way, this guide takes you through the evolution of the CRB Check system to its current incarnation as DBS Checks. Addressing the most common questions along the way.

The adoption of AI in recruitment processes heralds a new era of efficiency in talent acquisition, yet it carries with it the spectre of bias and discrimination. This summary explores the expanding role of AI in the recruitment sphere, from its capacity to automate the screening process to the potential pitfalls it harbours, exemplified by a notable legal case against a beauty brand.

As the UK sports community acknowledges the fragmented nature of its current safeguarding efforts, the call for a centralized body has never been louder. This blog post explores the complex journey from the concept of a unified safeguarding authority to its practical implementation.

Ever wondered what makes a city great for remote workers? Our latest blog unveils the top factors that define the best UK cities for remote working in 2024. Combining factors like internet speed, green spaces, and local amenities we rank the most remote-worker-friendly cities.

A recent UNISON report has shone a light on the difficulty that many frontline health and social care workers face when it comes to DBS Checks. Last year over 2.5 million frontline healthcare staff were made to pay for their own DBS Check. This trend disproportionately affects women, minorities and the disabled.

The Disclosure and Barring Service have allocated extra funding to Sussex Police to help clear their backlog of DBS Checks. In this article, we look at why DBS Checks can get delayed with the police and what can be done.

Background checks can be confusing at the best of times. That’s why we’ve put together this A to Z! This comprehensive article breaks down the most common types of background check you’ll come across as an employer.

This informative blog post offers a clear and concise breakdown of common acronyms from ACE to SEND. Whether you’re a professional in healthcare, education, or social work, this guide is an invaluable tool to navigate the often complex terminology used in safeguarding practices.

In today's flexible work environment, building a successful remote product development team is crucial. This article, co-authored with Emily Crowley from CV Genius, delves into the challenges and strategies for creating an efficient remote team, drawing on Personnel Checks' own experience in developing DBS application software remotely.

Discover the transformative trends in HR for 2024. This blog delves into the integration of generative AI like ChatGPT in HR, the management of diverse, multi-generational workforces, and the ongoing evolution of flexible and remote working. It also addresses the critical challenges and opportunities of DEI initiatives, providing insights for HR professionals to navigate this dynamic landscape.