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Can employers keep copies of DBS certificates?

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  • Ramya Sehmi

Employers should not keep copies of DBS certificates for longer than 6 months under DBS guidance, unless there's a specific regulatory or contractual reason. They may record the date, type and certificate number on file. 

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