Disclosure Scotland processed over 627,000 checks in 2025

24 February 2026 - Disclosure Scotland has released new figures showing the organisation processed more than 627,955 disclosure checks in 2025, reinforcing its central role in supporting safer recruitment across Scotland. 

In 2025, Disclosure Scotland barred 937 individuals from undertaking regulated roles with children and protected adults - an essential safeguard that prevents unsuitable individuals from accessing vulnerable groups. 

Chief Executive Gerard Hart said: 

"Every disclosure we process helps protect someone vulnerable. A child, an adult, a family. In 2025, Disclosure Scotland processed over 627,955 disclosures, enabling safer recruitment across Scotland. I want to thank our stakeholders and customers, and everyone at Disclosure Scotland for making  safeguarding faster and simpler."

Since January 2025, over 115,000 people have joined the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme. New members include teachers, care staff, support workers and others stepping into regulated roles with children or protected adults. 

In total Disclosure Scotland processed 374,477 PVG applications, and uploaded 357,921 records for ongoing monitoring, ensuring continuous protection for vulnerable groups 

Beyond PVG checks, the organisation processed almost 229,000 Level 1 disclosures last year. These checks supported people starting new jobs and volunteering roles and support employers in making informed, safe recruitment decisions. 

Disclosure Scotland remains committed to making disclosure checks faster and more innovative, while maintaining transparency and trust.