From 1st April 2025 Scotland’s disclosure system is changing, including a restructure of background checks, an update of the PVG Scheme and several process changes that will bring more fairness and transparency for those with convictions.
Both your participants and your organisation could be impacted significantly, with expanded legal requirements for roles requiring PVG and a brand new system for individuals to get familiar with.
Apex Scotland specialises in providing support and guidance to individuals and organisations around the Scottish Justice System, Criminal Convictions and Disclosure and they have been carefully monitoring the roll out of these changes, you can find out more in our latest blog here: Disclosure Changes – Apex Scotland
Throughout the month of April Apex Scotland will be meeting with partners and colleagues, sharing information through our social media platforms and running free training sessions specially tailored for practitioners and organisations to keep you fully informed and familiar with the new legislation and how it will impact you. Organisations will have a 3 month grace period until July 2025 to align with the new requirements and we can tell you what you need to do.
You can register for one of their free 90 minute webinar sessions by following the links below.
Disclosure Changes – Practitioner Webinar
For practitioners who support individuals with criminal records or involvement in the justice system.
- Brief summary of existing regulations
- What is changing in 1st April
- How it will impact individuals we support
- How to access further guidance and training
Thursday 17th April 10am – 11:30am
Friday 25th April 10am – 11:30am
Disclosure Changes – Webinar for Employers/Organisations
For organisations and businesses working with vulnerable groups.
- Brief summary of current regulations
- Changes from 1st April that will impact organisations
- Good practice and taking action
- How to access further guidance and training
Wednesday 16th April 10am – 11:30am
Thursday 24th April 10am – 11:30am