Disclosure Checks and Change of Name

Disclosure Checks and Change of Name

As the famous line from Shakespeare goes, “What’s in a name”? Well, when it comes to getting disclosure checks, your name is everything. Along with other key pieces of information, our name is one of the ways we identify ourselves. If the Disclosure and Barring Service can’t match your application to the names they have recorded on their system, this could cause huge issues. For most people, the name issue is straightforward. However, there are some other circumstances which everyone should be aware of.

DBS Process - Proposed Changes

DBS Process – Proposed Changes

The DBS process is continually evolving. As technology moves on, so does the way we interact with official forms. One of the most recent changes was the integration of some parts of official technology with smartphone payment apps. More changes were recently announced. These are do with the way mistakes can be fixed after the first certificate is printed.

DBS Checks and Evidence

DBS Checks and Evidence

DBS checks are needed for a huge range of different jobs. Usually, you won’t be able to start work without that precious certificate, so it’s in your best interests to keep the process moving quickly. Filling in the application form online is just the start of the process. The next step is showing evidence that you are who you say you are. This doesn’t have to be tricky, but it’s a step which catches people out. Being prepared is half of the battle.