The NSPCC is concerned that all too often when people talk aboutsafeguarding, they only refer to someone going through the CRBdisclosure process. Good, safe recruitment requires more than that.
The challenge for the Independent Safeguarding Authority and others isto ensure that this message is understood as people start to come underthe new registration requirements.
The NSPCC has supported the intent behind the Safeguarding VulnerableGroups Act (2006), but recognises there is much to be done to move fromthis complex piece of legislation to practice that is understood by the11 million people who are likely to fall under the auspices of theAct.
Will people be clear about what registration is and the difference withenhanced disclosure, which will still be required for a number of postsand activities? Are organisations aware of the requirements for thosewho are 'regulated activity providers' to provide information to theIndependent Safeguarding Authority on those who work in regulatedactivity and are found to pose a risk to children?
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