In our experience, one of the biggest problems we come across in the world of background screening is a lack of knowledge. As part of the DBS’ 5-year strategy, they aim to improve understanding of their role, and the role of employers in barring referrals. Enter, the new DBS Regional Outreach team...

The EU Settlement Scheme is a government initiative aiming to help EU citizens remaining in the UK after Brexit gain settled status. Due to the coronavirus pandemic this campaign has been side-lined, which could spell disaster for certain sectors of the UK economy.

Alongside our recent rebrand we have made some significant changes to the way we work, and we’ve got big plans to come. For more information about the recent changes to Personnel Checks this is where you need to be.

The UK has a proud history of volunteering. Recent trends show that, despite the pandemic, volunteers haven’t been deterred from offering their time to worthy causes! We take a look at how DBS Checks can be a key part aspect of volunteering and how to approach them.

Up until the moment we left the European Union, EU citizens had the same entitlements to work in the UK as they did elsewhere in the bloc. We have a look at what you need to know so that you can be sure you remain compliant.

In the past 4 years, the number of organisations in the UK carrying out background checks has risen by over 75%. This positive trend reflects a greater understanding of the value of these kinds of check. We take a look at some of the key reasons you should be doing background checks.

This year has seen the recruitment landscape turned on its head. Thousands of people are now applying for every available vacancy, highlighting just how much damage the pandemic has caused. In these times, background checks can give you peace of mind when making recruitment decisions. 

Since 2011, 11th January has marked National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. In honour of this, we take a look at some of the steps you can take as an employer to aid in the fight against human trafficking.

Social distancing restrictions have meant 2020 has been a year of firsts for UK businesses. One of Personnel Checks’ big firsts was successfully recruiting a new CMO and CTO to the business. We share some of our tips on how to turn remote recruiting into a success for you.

Unlock, a leading charity for the rehabilitation of ex-offenders, have been campaigning for change for many years. The Supreme Court ruling has come about mainly due to their lobbying. The Government have now laid out a new Statutory Instrument to help create a fairer system that works well for the public and ex-offenders.

It was a relief for all when it was announced that a vaccine was on the way. It’s going to be a huge logistical operation rolling this out across the UK. One part of this is ensuring vaccination staff have the right DBS checks in place so they can safely treat patients. We round up the confirmed titles that are eligible under this guidance.

The background screening industry has gone through some changes this year. We’ve had to adapt to a remote, socially distanced world but as an industry, we have managed to power through. We take a look at some of the biggest trends from this year.

We’ve put together a handy list of the 5 most frequently asked questions to assist you with any queries you may have at this time... 

We sometimes forget that not everyone is an expert on DBS checks. With that in mind, we decided to compile the most common misconceptions about DBS Checks we come across.

Free background checks might sound good, but are they too good to be true? We take a look at the key problems with relying on free background checks.

Explore why choosing Personnel Checks for your DBS needs means top-notch service and peace of mind. From a wide range of checks to exceptional customer service and industry-leading knowledge, we're not just a service, we're your safety partner.

We run through the top 10 job roles that most people are unaware you need DBS check for.

Do you dread dealing with workplace complaints? If so, you’re not on your own. Many people are guilty of ignoring problems and hoping they go away. But is ignorance really the best solution?

So you just found out you need to do some DBS Checks, where do you start? We look at the foundations of what makes a safe and effective DBS checking process

Safeguarding vulnerable adults is an essential part of any health or social care providers responsibilities. We take a look at the key areas you should be familiar with.