Ayrshire Arts Network  ~  Information for Members

CHILD PROTECTION

There is due to be a change in the way that people employed to work with vulnerable groups are registered. The Protecting Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 introduces a new membership scheme for people who work with children and protected adults. This will replace current disclosure arrangements for people whose post requires an enhanced disclosure.

The Scottish Minister for Children has confirmed that the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG Scheme) will be effective from 28th February 2011. Full information on the proceedures for basic or enhanced didvlosure and the related administrative arrangements will be found on the Diclsoure Scotland web site. You may view the Draft Code of Practice published on 14th February, 2011, by following this LINK.  To gain further up to date information , pleae follow this LINK

Please note that the Central Registered Body in Scotland (CRBS) will host introductory events around Scotland for voluntary groups and small organisations later in the year.

For more information, please contact the CRBS on 01786 849777 or visit http://www.crbs.org.uk/

This page will be reviewed and revised as necessary to reflect changes in the legislation and procedures to be introduced on 28th February 2011.  For the latest information on the changes you may follow this LINK

Links to information in relation to work with children

Children in Scotland Advice

Disclosure Scotland
 

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Updated February 15, 2011