Are you making the most of the DBS Update Service?

The DBS Service has produced a new guide that explains how organisations can use status checks alongside wider safeguarding measures to support informed recruitment and workforce decisions.

Download their rapid read guide and discover :

How the Update Service fits into safer recruitment and employment practices
How frequently searches on the update service are carried out
When and how to conduct a status check
What to do when there has been a status change
How to find further support

There is also an updated full DBS Update Service guidance on GOV.UK, providing clearer information on status checking, service limitations, and safer recruitment considerations.

To support the new guidance, DBS are also holding 2 FREE information sessions which can be booked via the below Eventbrite links:

If you are unable to attend the sessions, they will be holding information sessions as part of the DBS Annual Conference on 6th and 7th October 2026. Information about this event will be available in early September.