Aug 6, 2026
DBS Changes From 1 September 2026: The End of the Supervision Exemption – What Volunteers and Employers Need to Know
On 1 September 2026, one of the most significant changes to the DBS checking regime in over a decade comes into force. The Crime and Policing Act 2026 removes the supervision exemption from the definition of regulated activity with children….
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Aug 3, 2026
DBS Barred List Appeals After SA v DBS: When Is the DBS Bound by the Tribunal?
Winning a barred list appeal is hard. The Upper Tribunal only interferes with a Disclosure and Barring Service decision where the DBS has made a mistake of fact or an error of law. Even then, the usual outcome is not…
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