Vetting and Barring Scheme Information Sessions
The DfES is running a number of information sessions where you can find out more about the new vettingĀ and barring scheme (previously referred to as the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Bill. During these sessions the DfES will explain the changes that will come into force from autumn 2008, including: How the new vetting and barring scheme will operate, new duties under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act, and how the new duties will impact on employers and other organisations.
Further information sessions will be held on the following dates; Cambridge (13 September), Plymouth (27 September), Llandrindod Wells (11 October), London (24 October), York (14 November), Southampton (29 November), Newcastle (4 December) and Nottingham (13 December). For more information on how to attend these free events please go to: http://www.everychildmatters.gov.uk/events/?asset=Event&id=50521










