In this article, we break down some of the most common misconceptions our advisors hear on a daily basis. Are DBS Checks a legal requirement? Do the DBS notify you if your employees commit a crime? Read more to find out!

In this article, we look at why Safer Recruitment is so much more than DBS Checks. It explores the essential elements of safer recruitment in social care, including reference checks, qualifications, and comprehensive training.

Shadow Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, has proposed annual school safeguarding reviews, separate from current Ofsted inspections, to prevent safeguarding issues from being missed. Labour plans to consult on replacing Ofsted's four grades with a report card-style system, to provide more transparency for parents. The Association of School and College Leaders welcomed the proposals.

Personnel Checks recognizes Michelle Mellor, one of its founders, on International Women's Day for her dedication to the business. Michelle's leadership style and "Profiting People" motto have inspired and developed a legacy of strong female leaders across the business. Even though Michelle has passed the reins over to her successors, her legacy is still very much evident in the business.

The Centre for Social Justice has proposed changes to legislation to protect victims of "cuckooing" - the practice of drug gangs taking over someone's home for their criminal activities. The proposal has gained support from politicians and campaigners, including MPs Jess Phillips and Iain Duncan Smith.

The UK has a serious safeguarding loophole that allows registered sex offenders to change their name by deed poll, slipping through the radar of authorities and putting vulnerable people at risk. The Safeguarding Alliance is calling for urgent changes to legislation, and Della's Law aims to close the loophole.

A six-month trial of a four-day working week involving 61 UK companies and 2,900 employees has been hailed as a "resounding success". The largest trial of its kind saw a variety of four-day week structures tested, and led to 92% of the participant businesses continuing a 4-day work week, with 29.5% confirming they have implemented the 4-day policy as a permanent change

Online dating has dramatically changed over the last 30 years, with more than 50% of romantic relationships predicted to start online by 2035. However, with the rise of catfishing, there are risks involved. It is important to protect yourself by identifying suspicious behaviors and using safer dating apps that incorporate background checks.

New Sales Manager, Hayley Kelly, joins Personnel Checks and shares her thoughts on the company culture, her experience, and her excitement for the future. Despite only being there for a week, Hayley is already settling in and Hayley is eager to help drive the sales team to their next level of success.

The UK government is working on the Online Safety Bill to regulate online platforms and protect users from harm. The bill focuses on 6 key areas and gives Ofcom the power to enforce the regulations with the potential for huge financial penalties and custodial sentences for persistent violations. The bill is currently being discussed in the House of Lords and has cross-party support.

A recent pilot study from the Department of Education (DfE) has found that out-of-school-settings (OOSS) are not as safe as assumed. The study, which had a budget of £3 million, aimed to identify and intervene in OOSS where safeguarding concerns were found. The DfE has promised to take action to tackle the issue.

The UK labour market is facing an unprecedented shortage of workers across all sectors. Employers are struggling to fill full-time roles and are looking for ways to ensure they are hiring the best candidates. One way to do this is through background screening, which can help identify potential red flags and ensure that the candidate is trustworthy, reliable and qualified for the job.

Flexible working is becoming a contentious topic for some employers. At Personnel Checks we’re strong believers that allowing flexibility creates an empowered and loyal workforce. In this article, we share some stories from our employees about their experiences.

On average DBS Checks take between 1-2 weeks to fully complete. However, depending on where you are or where you live the turnaround time of your DBS Check can vary. In this article we look at why this happens and the speed in your area

Your address history is a key part of the information you need to provide on a DBS application form. Entering inaccurate information can cause serious problems with your application. In this article, we outline everything you need to know about how your address history can affect your DBS Check.

Starting a new job can be a nerve-wracking experience. Waiting on a DBS result to come through can add anxiety onto what can already be a stressful situation. But can you start work whilst waiting for your DBS Check to be completed? In this article, we’ll answer all your questions on whether you can start work with an outstanding DBS Check.

Calls for the reporting of child abuse or neglect to be made a legal requirement is being reconsidered following the final publication of the Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse. The Government previously decided against these measures following a consultation response in 2018.

As we approach the festive shopping season, it pays to be aware of the scams you could be exposed to. Here we look at some of the most common scams being targeted at UK consumers right now.

In our increasingly digital world, the importance of strong password management cannot be stressed enough. In this guide, we look at 5 ways to be sure you’re doing all you can to protect your login credentials.