Category: VETTING.com
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Enhanced DBS Checks for Uber, Bolt & other Private Hire Drivers – what you need to know & how to apply.
If you’re planning to become an Uber driver, Bolt driver or work for any private hire operator in the UK, understanding DBS check requirements is essential. Most private hire licensing authorities require drivers to complete an Enhanced DBS check before they can obtain or renew their private hire driver’s licence. These checks help ensure passenger…
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Enhanced DBS checks. Everything you need to know.
If you are waiting for an enhanced DBS check to come back, you are not alone. One of the most common questions employers and applicants ask us is: “How long does an enhanced DBS check take?” In most cases, the average enhanced DBS check takes around 13 days to complete. However, many applicants experience delays,…
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Background Screening, Due Diligence and Sales on One Platform
Businesses are under increasing pressure to manage compliance, onboarding, customer verification and sales administration efficiently, without relying on disconnected systems or manual processes. From employee screening through to customer due diligence and contract management, organisations need solutions that are practical, credible and easy to manage. At VETTING.com, we continue to develop our platform to help…
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Confidential Employment References in the UK: GDPR Compliance, Risks & Transparency
In recruitment, references remain one of the most important tools available to employers. A well-written reference can validate experience, confirm capability, and provide reassurance that the right hiring decision is being made. But references can also create tension between transparency, data protection rights, and the need for honest professional feedback. One question continues to divide…
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Right to Rent & checks in the property sector.
The Growing Compliance Challenge in the UK Property Sector The UK property sector is facing increasing regulatory scrutiny, alongside growing concerns around fraud prevention, money laundering and faster tenant onboarding. According to GOV.UK guidance for letting agency businesses, letting agents are considered one of the property sectors with the highest exposure to money laundering risk,…
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How well do you really know your candidate? CV’s don’t tell the full story.
From the outside, most candidates look completely suitable. They have a strong CV, they performed well in the interview, and they tick all the boxes on paper. They are the perfect match & in many cases, there is nothing that immediately suggests otherwise. However, once background checks begin, a different layer of information can start…
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Self Employed AccessNI Checks in Northern Ireland: How to Apply from February 2026 ✅
From 17 February 2026, self employed individuals and personal employees in Northern Ireland will be able to apply for an enhanced disclosure certificate (AccessNI) with a check of the barred lists, provided they are engaging in regulated activity. This marks an important change in legislation. Until now, self employed professionals could not apply for an…
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Baseline Personnel Security Screening (BPSS) for Contracts Managers. What you need to know & why choose VETTING.com!
When contractors, engineers or operational staff are ready to start work, BPSS screening is often the final hurdle. While these checks are essential, the way they are carried out can introduce unnecessary delays. Why BPSS screening causes delays Baseline Personnel Security Standard screening is mandatory for individuals working on UK government contracts or within critical…
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Enhanced DBS Checks for the Self-Employed in 2026: What You Need to Know
At Vetting.com, we welcome one of the most significant safeguarding updates in recent years. New legislation coming into force in January 2026 will close a long-standing loophole in DBS eligibility. The changes will allow self-employed professionals to directly access Enhanced DBS checks, including Barred List checks, where eligible. This long-awaited change will affect roles such…
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Protect Your Business with International Sanctions & Adverse Media checks. Everything you need to know.
In the UK, businesses must take a proactive approach to risk management and compliance. Vetting.com provides a wide range of screening services to help organisations identify risk, comply with regulations, and make informed decisions. Our solutions cover sanctions, warnings, fitness and probity, politically exposed persons, and adverse media screening. These checks are essential for businesses…