Employers often require job applicants to undergo Disclosure, and Barring Service (DBS) checks to ensure the safety and suitability of individuals working with vulnerable groups. As part of the DBS checks, the concept of spent and unspent convictions plays a crucial...
When it comes to safeguarding vulnerable groups and ensuring the safety of certain workplaces, employers in the UK rely on Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks. These checks play a crucial role in the hiring process for various professions. In this blog, we...
Having a criminal record can create hurdles when searching for employment in the UK. Many employers conduct DBS checks to assess an applicant’s criminal history before making hiring decisions. In this blog, we’ll explore the impact of criminal records on...
As a responsible driver, you may wonder about the long-term consequences of a drink driving conviction on your employment prospects. Will a drink driving offence appear on a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check? In this blog, we’ll explore the...
The invasion of Ukraine shocked the world and inspired many to welcome Ukrainians into their homes. This is why, in March 2022, the Homes for Ukraine sponsorship scheme was set up. This scheme lets UK residents offer shelter to Ukrainians escaping war, even if...
Did your DBS check certificate never arrive in the mail? DBS checks should take no longer than 14 days to arrive, so if yours hasn’t, you may need to follow up on the situation. Seeing as, when DBS checks are requested, they’re generally required shortly after, it is...
