FAQ's - Registration
Whilst this group of FAQ's primarily relates to registration enquiries, it also includes common questions and answers which may be of interest or assistance to Registered Bodies. A number of the questions and answers may also appear under other FAQ headings for ease of reference.
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What is a Registered Body? (14)
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Do organisations need to register before the Disclosure service can be used? (17)
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Why is registration necessary? (16)
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How does an organisation apply to become a Registered Body? (15)
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How do I obtain Registration or Disclosure application forms? (20)
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We are a UK-based organisation that will be making standard or enhanced disclosure applications in relation to positions where the work is in England, Wales or Northern Ireland. Can we become a registered body with Disclosure Scotland? (53)
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Is there a cost involved? (5)
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Who pays the cost for the check? (6)
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The Police Act 1997 provides for a Code of Practice for Registered Bodies. What does the Code cover? (18)
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Is there a mechanism in place to monitor whether Registered Bodies are complying with the Code? (19)
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Can organisations make it a condition of contract with private contractors that they obtain Disclosures for their employees before any contract can be awarded to them? (45)
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Are Disclosures portable (the idea of "portability")? (44)
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Is conviction information recorded post-issue of a Disclosure notified to Registered Bodies? (22)
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What is an "Umbrella Body" and how do I find one? (25)
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If I am self employed can I obtain a Standard or Enhanced Disclosure? (48)
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Do organisations, such as Local Authorities, have to register for each department? (26)
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Does Disclosure Scotland check "List 99" and the Department of Health List? (40)
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Some FAQ's on the Protection of Children (Scotland) Act 2003 (41)
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How does the applicant know which Disclosure is required? (9)
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How often can a check be applied for and is a Disclosure necessary before applying for a job? (7)
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Is it compulsory to apply for a Disclosure? (10)
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Is more than one Disclosure required? (11)
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Do students qualify for free checks? (23)
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Do volunteers within the statutory sector qualify for free checks? (24)
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Who is the Disclosure sent to? (12)
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Is there a right of appeal if information is incorrect? (13)
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I've received my Disclosure and it contains criminal convictions or further information. Does this mean that I will not get the job? (43)
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I haven't received my Disclosure yet. What do I need to do? (42)
