01Mar 2019 by admin

Police Clearance Certificate

Most of us are aware of things like CRB checks and DBS checks. We've maybe even applied for a check to take up a new job, or voluntary position. But have you heard of the police clearance certificate? This is another type of background check which some people need. The circumstances are fairly specific, but it's important to understand the system to avoid confusion at a later date. ACRO and Police Clearance Certificates ACRO is the Criminal Records Office in England and Wales. It does a similar job to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) but has important differences too. DBS checks are usually done when you are applying for a new job. The type of job determines the type of DBS check which is needed. However, this type of…
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07Feb 2019 by admin

Changes in Right To Work Checks

The government recently announced an overhaul in the right to work checks process. Employers do these checks on new people applying to work for them. It is a legal requirement to check that people working in the UK are here legally and have the right to work. The new checking rules came into force at the end of January 2019. What's Changing in Right to Work Checks? The changes are being made to try to simplify the process. An online checking service has been around since April 2018, but until now employers have still had to see paper documents. Usually, applicants bring their passports to interviews for checking. Employers must see either a European Union passport, or a visa giving right to work. Under the new system, some employers won't…
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25Jan 2019 by admin

First Year of Basic DBS Checks

Until September 2017, the only way of getting basic DBS checks in England and Wales was to go through Disclosure Scotland. But for the last year, the DBS has been taking over the responsibility from their Scottish colleagues. Now, individuals can apply directly through DBS. Although the system has just celebrated its first birthday, thousands of people have already applied for their basic DBS checks. So if you're thinking of joining them, here's what you need to know. What are Basic DBS Checks? There are three levels of DBS check. These are the sorts of checks which were previously called Criminal Records Bureau, or CRB checks. A basic DBS check is the least detailed level of checking. A certificate will show cautions and convictions on the police computer which are…
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