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Legislation to set up a new ‘vetting and barring scheme’ to protect vulnerable groups in Scotland is expected to be introduced to the Scottish Parliament in late September, according to a recent Third Force eNews.

The scheme will build on the current protection of children structures and will also bring vulnerable adults (’adults at risk’) into the system. Amendments to the ‘Bichard Bill’ are likely to be introduced in the new year, and SCVO is bringing together a coalition of voluntary groups to put pressure so that consideration is given to how it will work on the ground.

If your organisation has an interest, contact policy coordinator Russell Gunson, email: Russell.gunson@scvo.org.uk

Late addition: see The Herald’s piece on the issues, 25th Sept.

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