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Many of you will already be aware that the process has commenced to move existing holders of ‘Old’ disclosure checks into the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme that has replaced the previous criminal record checking arrangements for Scouting.
The migration process is being undertaken in a managed fashion, to meet time deadlines and the monthly processing allocation that Disclosure Scotland has provided to the Scout Association.
In general those with the oldest Disclosure certificates are being processed first. Since late 2012 District / Region Appointments Secretaries have been regularly receiving lists of individuals to be checked through the new PVG Scheme and have been working hard to ensure a high level of compliance.
In order to improve communication and the overall migration flow, it has recently been agreed that in addition to sending lists to the District / Region Appointments Secretaries, colleagues in the Vetting Team at Gilwell Park will immediately follow this up with a communication directly (by e-mail or mail) with each individual listed to alert them to the requirement for PVG Scheme membership and impending contact about this from their District / Region.
When contacted, you will be required to complete a PVG Scheme application form. If you have already obtained PVG Scheme membership through work or other volunteer commitments, you will need to complete a PVG Scheme Existing Member form instead.
Some (non-uniformed) roles that were subject to checking under previous arrangements are now ‘out of scope’ for the purposes of the PVG Scheme. Your District / Region will confirm with you the PVG Scheme requirements of your current role(s).
There is quite a tight time schedule for this exercise. It is important that you respond promptly to contact from your District / Region regarding a PVG scheme application in order that you receive the appropriate form, and to ensure uninterrupted continuity of your role in Scouting.
Thank you for your co-operation with this important exercise.