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Latest Developments in DBS Application Processing

British Rowing encounters delay in transition to a new application platform, hindering the handling of DBS background checks

Latest developments in DBS application processes
Latest developments in DBS application processes

Latest Developments in DBS Application Processing

British Rowing is currently experiencing a delay in processing Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) applications, causing inconvenience within the rowing community. The delay is due to unforeseen technical difficulties, according to a recent communication from the organisation.

The delay is related to a switch to a new platform, but no specific duration for the delay or alternative methods for application processing have been announced yet. British Rowing has not specified a new timeline for resolving the technical issues, and no additional information about the reasons for the technical difficulties has been shared.

The activation date for the new system will be announced next week, and further communication will occur to update the functionality of the new system. The activation of the new system is scheduled for the upcoming 2025 season, and all active Masters rowers will need to have a start authorization ("start pass") from that season onwards. The system changes and start pass application are officially required starting with the 2025 rowing season.

Despite the delay, British Rowing has communicated about the issue and has provided a contact for questions regarding the new system: safeguarding@our website. However, no information about the impact of the delay on upcoming rowing events has been provided.

The delay in processing DBS applications is impacting the rowing community, and rowers are advised to plan accordingly and check the British Rowing website or contact the provided email address for updates.

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