Hunting for jobs, going to an interview, and actually getting hired is a difficult task for a lot of people and it’s only made worse if you’re an ex-offender. Here are some tips to help…

For many years the UK has lagged behind the US when it came to background screening. Looking at figures from the Disclosure and Barring Service, we’re starting to catch up. The number of criminal record checks carried out by UK employers has increased nearly every year since 2012.

DBS and CRB Checks are often confused. We’re regularly asked by our customers to explain the difference. In this guide, we’ve gone into detail about the key differences and which type of criminal record check you need for your business.

Qualification Checks are a sorely underused background screening check. Over the past few years there have been a number of high-profile cases involving fraudulent qualifications given by senior hires during the recruitment process. Qualification checks can help prevent damage caused by people lying about their credentials.

We’re pleased to announce that following a fee review, the DBS has proposed a fee reduction for all levels of DBS Checks. As long as it passes through Parliament, from April we will be able to offer reduced prices for all our customers.

Following recent announcements, the DBS is going to be the first government service making use of digital identity verification services. We sat down with Mark Sugden, Head of Identity at the DBS to get an overview of what the changes mean for candidates and hiring managers.

The world of work has changed significantly over the past 2 years. Most of the advice on how to connect with your colleagues and grow your professional network is now outdated. If you’re looking for advice on how to connect in the new world of work, click here.

Following campaigning from several industry groups, the UK Government have confirmed that they will be beginning the rollout of digital identity verification as part of certain government services. This is a big step forwards for the UK when it comes to digital identity.

Some employment laws require those in specific roles to have had a DBS check to ensure nothing comes up that might relate to the role in question. In this article, we’re going to talk about five surprising jobs that require a DBS check.

January is the best time to take stock of where things are when it comes to HR. It gives you a chance to recognise what needs to be done and get new things ready in time for the new financial year. In this guide, we look at the top 5 things HR need to be looking at to get ahead for 22/23

Councillors and other elected representatives are in a position of public trust. Many people are already under the impression that they are routinely vetted with DBS Checks, but this isn’t the case. Here we look at another proposal for mandatory DBS checks that has been rejected by councillors.

Qualification background checks have been around for a long time. But over the past 2 years, we have seen a sharp increase in the number of people requesting this type of check. Is this down to employers being more careful when recruiting or is there another reason?

The announcement from Downing Street on Sunday night means that working from home is back in the spotlight. If you’re like us, you probably thought you’d have seen the back of coronavirus restrictions come Christmas 2021. But to help you get through, we’ve put together these tips to help you thrive through the winter.

The FA and NSPCC have launched a joint campaign highlighting the importance of safeguarding children in football. Backed by major footballing institutions and clubs across the country the Play Safe campaign highlights the importance of listening to children when they voice any concerns

DBS Checks are a necessary part of recruitment but they can sometimes delay things. This is why we’re often asked if an existing DBS Check can be used when changing jobs. In certain cases you can, but there are certain rules that need to be followed.

When recruiting seasonal staff, you need to make sure you’re carrying out the right DBS checks. Whether it’s Santa, an elf, or just extra staff to help cover over the festive season, having the right DBS Checks in place can help protect you, your business and the public.

Tory councillors in East Devon have recently had their plans to change rules about DBS Checks rejected. For anyone who knows anything about DBS Checks this is not surprising at all. In this article, we look at exactly why they’ve failed to push their plans through.

Thanks to the pandemic, many people are looking to tutoring companies to help their children. Private tuition is a sparsely regulated industry but there are things to do that can help you stay ahead of the curve when it comes to best practice. In this guide, we look at the key things private tuition firms should pay attention to.

This week is International Fraud Awareness Week. It is estimated that employee fraud in the UK costs businesses as much as 5% of their annual turnover. Small or medium enterprises are also more at risk than larger firms. In this article, we look at what you can do to help prevent employee fraud.

Flexible and hybrid working isn’t going away. Following the pandemic, office workers have realised that they are more than able to manage their work more flexibly than before. If you’re trying to adopt flexible or hybrid working on a more permanent basis, these tips can help