It has been confirmed that on 28 February 2011, the Scottish Government is to introduce a membership scheme to replace the current disclosure arrangements for people who work with vulnerable groups.
Link to PVG newsletter
The Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG Scheme) will:
- help to ensure that those who have regular contact with children and protected adults through paid and unpaid work do not have a known history of harmful behaviour,
- be quick and easy to use, reducing the need to complete a detailed application form every time a disclosure check is required,
- make it easier for employers to determine who they should check to protect their client group.