Now that the Disclosure (Scotland) Act, 2020, has been implemented by Disclosure Scotland, they have highlighted some of their guidance and training which may help organisations and applicants with these changes.
Guidance
Disclosure Scotland have recently published new guidance for the following, which can be found on their website by following the links below:
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They have also updated their regulated roles guidance based on feedback that they have received. This guidance will help you assess if a role is a ‘regulated role’. If you are involved in the recruitment process, you should ensure that you are familiar with this guidance. |
Q&A
Disclosure Scotland have published an article on the website featuring common Disclosure Scotland questions and queries. The article also features a table of all the disclosure products that they offer, the cost of each, what they show, and who can apply.
New e-learning
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A new e-learning course has been developed for applicants to learn more about the online application process.
The course covers:
- how to register for an Online Account
- Verifying their identity
- Completing a Disclosure Application
- Viewing and sharing their Disclosure
- Disclosure Breakdown
Training
Disclosure Scotland Customer Engagement Team are continuing their programme of free training and events.
Training programme includes the following:
| Course | Audience |
| Duty to Refer | Anyone within an organisation who is involved in the disciplinary process |
| Regulated roles | Anyone involved in recruitment within an organisation providing regulated roles |
| Review applications | Advocacy workers and those who work with people with experience of the justice system |
You can sign up to the above free training on this events page.
Sharing disclosures
The disclosure process will include a requirement for applicants to either:
- share a copy of their disclosure with the accredited body that countersigned the application and employer
- notify Disclosure Scotland that they will seek a review of the content of their disclosure prior to sharing with the accredited body/employer
Applicants must consent to share their disclosure with the accredited body/ermployer regardless of whether it contains any disclosure information. This is usually done via their online account.
Applicants have 14 days to share their disclosure. If they do not share their disclosure within 14 days, a new application may be required. However, before you start a new application, please ask the applicant to contact Disclosure Scotland  via their helpline on 03000 200040 or by emailing response@disclosurescotland.gov.scot so they can provide them with further guidance or support.