The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) have launched a new online facility for those who need a basic disclosure check for a job in England and Wales. Those are applying to the DBS can now use the new online application or, alternatively, use a ‘Responsible Organisation’ – a third party registered with DBS – to submit checks on their behalf. The check will only show convictions that aren’t ‘spent’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, it costs £25 and the applicant must be 16 or over.
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This provides summary information and comment on the subject areas covered. Where employment tribunal and appellate court cases are reported, the information does not set out all of the facts, the legal arguments presented and the judgments made in every aspect of the case. Employment law is subject to constant change either by statute or by interpretation by the courts. While every care has been taken in compiling this information, we cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Specialist legal advice must be taken on any legal issues that may arise before embarking upon any formal course of action.
