On 28 of February 2011, the Scottish Government introduced the new PVG Scheme that replaced the disclosure arrangements for people who work with vulnerable groups.

Employers are only allowed to ask new employees to join the PVG Scheme. Existing staff will not be able to apply to join the Scheme until February 2012.

Please see the Disclosure Scotland website for more information regarding the PVG Scheme.

Below are some frequent questions:

How does the PVG Scheme work?

What is Regulated work?

Do existing staff members need to be checked?

Where can I get help to understand the PVG Scheme?

What identity documents need to be seen?

Where can I get help to understand the certificate?

Referrals to the PVG Scheme.

Overseas workers.

If you are not able to find the answer to your questions here, please do not hesitate to contact us.

• Email crb@arcuk.org.uk
• Telephone: 01246 54 1660