What Are BPSS Checks?
The most basic level of pre-employment screening needed for anyone working for or representing the UK government is known as the BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard). These investigations evaluate a person's values, honesty, integrity, and dependability.
The purpose of BPSS checks is to safeguard national security by lowering the possibility of identity theft and illicit labour.
The requirements were updated in June 2024, having remained unchanged since May 2018.
Are You Compliant?
Components of the NEW 2024 BPSS Check Standard
Right to Work: This verifies nationality, immigration status, and entitlement to work. Organisations that use IDVT or share codes for identity verification must ensure that the photo and personal details on the outputs match the individual applying for work.
Identity: Verify identity through either a Physical Check, conducted by the employer’s relevant team using a physical document, or by using a certified Digital Service for efficient and secure digital identity verification. Checks must verify full name, date of birth, and current address.
Criminal Records: A basic disclosure identifying unspent convictions with the relevant UK and Northern Ireland authorities. The certificate obtained must be cross-checked and matched with the identity document(s) to ensure that it relates to the candidate being vetted.
Employment History: Verify an individual’s disclosed employment, academic history, and qualifications (if relevant) for a minimum of three years. This verification can now be done through HMRC PAYE records, or by traditional reference checks with previous employers.
Gap Verification: Evidence must be obtained if there are any gaps of six months or more (cumulative OR continuous) within the 3-year vetting period.
Why Adopt BPSS Vetting Guidelines?
National Security
BPSS screening is the pre-requisite to UK national security vetting, and the minimum standard for all UK public sector employees and contractors with access to government assets, premises, and/or data.
Reduced Risk
By assessing honesty and trustworthiness, organisations minimise risks associated with employee misconduct.
Compliance
Meeting regulatory requirements ensures legal and ethical practices.
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