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Disclosure Scotland Update: Important Information for Gaming & Esports Organisations

Mark McCready
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Wednesday 26 March 2025
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Disclosure Scotland has updated guidance on the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 & PVG Scheme, indicating changes in the legal structure. If your organisation works with vulnerable groups, including children and protected adults, these updates could affect you.

It’s vital to stay informed to ensure you’re operating within the current legal framework.

Please review the official guidance for details:

https://www.disclosure.gov.scot/disclosure-act-summary
https://www.disclosure.gov.scot/news/2024/12/pvg-scheme-legal-requirement

For voluntary organisations: You may be eligible to register with Volunteer Scotland for PVG checks. For further information, please visit:

https://volunteerscotland.net

Disclaimer: This is an awareness message only. Consult Disclosure Scotland for definitive legal information.

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