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A guide to eligibility for Standard certificates, for Registered Bodies and employers.
This guidance covers the role that the police play in the DBS checking process.
This privacy notice explains how DBS collects, uses and protects information from you and third parties.
As an employer, you can access the Update Service to do status checks on an individual’s Standard or Enhanced DBS certificate, if they've joined the service.
A list of Responsible Organisations and their responsibilities
A collection of guidance and policy documents relating to the submission of basic checks, for Responsible Organisations.
Guidance about filtering of certain offences from criminal record certificates (DBS checks).
Guidance for applicants regarding the DBS update service, including how to join and how to renew your subscription.
Guidance and information regarding the sensitive applications route for transgender applicants.
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) sets out internationally recognised codes, designated to each country and most dependent areas.
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