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Tutors urged to check PVG legal requirement ahead of prelim season
Disclosure Scotland is urging tutors across Scotland to check their legal requirements under the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme, ahead of the prelim exam season that typically runs from November to February.
Disclosure Scotland helpline hours increased
From Monday 5 October 2026, Disclosure Scotland is extending its helpline opening hours, giving customers an extra day of support each week.
Two years on – referral powers for councils and Integration Joint Boards
In some self-directed support arrangements, people employ their own carers or support workers. This offers greater choice and control for the individual receiving support.
Disclosure Scotland urges youth football clubs to check PVG requirement or risk criminal prosecution
Disclosure Scotland is urging everyone working or volunteering in youth football, including coaches, officials, and club administration staff, to check whether they are legally required to be part of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme, following concerns that some clubs may not be complying with the law.
Disclosure Scotland highlights free support on National Online Learning Day
Disclosure Scotland is marking National Online Learning Day by reminding recruiters across Scotland about its free online learning courses designed to help them navigate the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme with confidence.
Organisations urged to review PVG scheme compliance for regulated roles
Disclosure Scotland is reminding employers, voluntary organisations and safeguarding leads across Scotland to review their responsibilities under the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme.
Understanding your legal responsibilities under the PVG scheme
The Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme plays an important role in safeguarding children and protected adults in Scotland.
Helping you understand the PVG application fee waiver
From 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2027, social care workers in Scotland will benefit from free Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme applications when starting a new role.
Minister praises Disclosure Scotland for safeguarding work during visit
Siobhian Brown, Minister for Children, Young People and The Promise, visited Disclosure Scotland on Monday 3 August.
Fee waivers for social care workers: Common questions answered
In this article, we aim to answer commonly asked questions about the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme.