Changes to the PVG Scheme: Are You Prepared?
Disclosure Scotland will be implementing the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 from April 1 2025 onwards. This includes making changes to Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme memberships. Below we have highlighted some of the key changes to be aware of and what you need to do to prepare. You can read a full summary of the changes on Disclosure Scotland’s website.
From April 1 2025:
Regulated Roles: Current ‘Regulated Work’ will become ‘Regulated Roles.’ If you’re in a Regulated Role, you legally need to become a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme.
New Responsibilities: Both the organisation and the individual are now responsible for ensuring PVG membership if in a Regulated Role. This means if your organisation mistakenly says you don’t need a PVG when you actually do, both parties could face legal consequences.
New Roles Added: Some roles that weren’t previously covered by the PVG scheme, like football agents, talent scouts, and certain hospice positions, now require it.
What You Need To Do:
Check if You’re Doing or Providing a Regulated Role: Identify if your role or your staff/ volunteers’ roles are classed as Regulated Roles.
Get PVG Membership if Required: If your role qualifies, make sure you join the PVG scheme before April 1 2025.
Stay Updated: Check out Disclosure Scotland’s website at www.disclosure.gov.scot for full details of the upcoming changes.
If you are unsure about the changes or have any questions, contact Volunteer Scotland Disclosure Services (VSDS):
Phone: 0178 684 9777
Download the leaflet version of this page:
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