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Independent Review into the Disclosure and Barring Regime

24 February 2022

Proposing MP
Rachel Maclean Con
Redditch
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the Home Office's commitment to undertake an independent review of the disclosure and barring regime to ensure its effectiveness in safeguarding vulnerable individuals.

Action Requested

I am appointing Simon Bailey, ex-Chief Constable of Norfolk Constabulary, and Stephen Linehan QC to lead and support this review. The review will commence immediately and aim to report by Summer 2022, focusing on identifying key issues, assessing risks and opportunities, and making recommendations for improvement.

Key Facts

  • Simon Bailey is the ex-Chief Constable of Norfolk Constabulary with over 35 years of experience in child protection and abuse investigation.
  • Stephen Linehan QC has extensive experience dealing with victims, witnesses and defendants in cases related to rape and serious sexual offences involving vulnerable adults.
  • The review will aim to report by Summer 2022.
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