We are an umbrella organisation for the Criminal Records Bureau processing disclosure applications for affiliated members and non-affiliated customers.

You can obtain guidance regarding the CRB process from the following Government sites:

www.businesslink.gov.uk/crb - This is the primary information source for Registered Bodies and employers, providing information, guidance and services;

www.homeoffice.gov.uk/crb - This contains all corporate information about the CRB, including the latest news, corporate publications and the CRB customer newsletter;

www.direct.gov.uk/crb - This is the primary information source for applicants and the general public.

From 6th April 2012, the following Criminal Records Bureau fee levels will apply throughout the remainder of 2011/12

CRB checks for volunteers continue to be free of charge but for paid workers the fee will be £44 for an Enhanced Check and £26 for a Standard Check.

Please note that OAYP charge a nominal administration fee for all applications. Please contact us if you would like any further information regarding CRBs and the application process.

Useful Notes and Documents:

Guidance Notes for Eligibility of Tradespersons and Maintenance Workers (download here)

Applicants Guidance for Completing the Form (download here)

Application Checklist (download here)

I.D. Checking Guide (download here)

Continuation Sheets (download here)

Criminal Records Bureau Code of Practice (download here)

Recruitment of Ex Offenders Policy

Further Websites that may be of interest are:

www.homeoffice.gov.uk/crb-toptips           www.homeoffice.gov.uk/crb-id           www.businesslink.gov.uk/crbportability