Employment Law Update (October 2009)
Vetting and Barring scheme goes live
The Government's new Vetting and Barring Scheme went "live" on
12th October. At the same time, the Government has also
produced some guidance on how the scheme works in practice.
The Mentor Employment Law team has been looking at the Scheme
and its implications for your business.
Businesses which already use Criminal Records Bureau
Disclosure procedures:
- These businesses can continue to operate as before, using
existing forms and procedures, although they may find more job
roles come within the scope of "regulated activities" requiring
checks.
Businesses which don't vet their employees:
- These businesses might find some job roles are affected by the
new rules, although because of the phasing-in arrangements, checks
may not be required on existing staff;
- For new employees who are affected, the changes affect the
whole recruitment procedure and you should take advice before
proceeding.
How Mentor can help
- Our Employment Law consultants will be discussing the impact of
the Scheme on your business with you during the coming months.
- If you have any queries in the meantime, please call the
Telephone Advice service or see our website for further
information.
Where can I get further information?
- For a quick overview of whether your business might be
affected, click here: LINK TO Client area Guidance System
Updates October 2009 – Vetting and Barring Scheme (note
access for clients only)
- Guidance and forms are also available for downloading.