DBS Checks and Confidentiality
It’s been over a decade since the UK introduced its current system of criminal records checking. These checks used to be called CRB, or criminal […]
News and Advice
CRB Certificates – Delays Caused by IT Issues?
Reading about criminal record check delays is nothing new. Although the DBS, which replaced the old CRB system in 2003 has been improving turnaround times, […]
DBS Certificates – the dos and don’ts
Applying for new jobs generates a lot of paperwork, and we don’t just mean the application form. Employers have to ask for a wide range […]
Verifying Identity
It’s a very basic question – how do you prove you are who you say you are? Most people are honest and have nothing to […]
Pre-Employment Checks and Starting Work
We’ve all been in that situation where we’re desperate to start work and earn some cash, but the employer is dragging their feet. Each employer […]
Overseas Criminal Records Checks
Here in the UK, most of us are familiar with the concept of doing criminal records checks on workers. Over the years, these have been […]
CRB Check Documents – I’ve got problems!
Congratulations! You’ve been offered a new job. Many occupations ask for a check into your criminal record. These are often called Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) […]
Can I Get a Free CRB Check?
Getting a job can be an expensive business, and not just in terms of time and effort. If you’re already in employment and looking for […]
What Information Is On the Police National Computer?
The Police National Computer, usually abbreviated to PNC, is one of the UK’s biggest databases. The system dates back to the early 1970s, and now […]
How long do CRB checks last for?
One of the most commonly asked questions about police checking is validity. How long do CRB checks last for? Unfortunately, there’s no straightforward answer to […]