Rejected petition: Require enhanced DBS and barred‑list checks for all MPs and councillors
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This petition asks the Government to introduce a statutory requirement for Enhanced DBS checks, including children’s and adults’ barred‑list and sex‑offender register checks, for all MPs, local councillors, and parish or town councillors before they take office.
Public office requires public trust, yet MPs, local councillors and parish councillors are not subject to any statutory requirement for Enhanced DBS checks, including barred‑list and sex‑offender register checks. Roles across education and care require such vetting as standard. This petition seeks legislation to ensure all elected representatives complete these checks before taking office.
Why was this petition rejected?
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Require enhanced DBS and barred-list checks for MPs and councillors https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/783063We only reject petitions that don’t meet the petition standards.