The Consideration of Suitability for Regulated Roles (Prescribed Purposes) (Scotland) Regulations 2024

Overview

The Consideration of Suitability for Regulated Roles (Prescribed Purposes) (Scotland) Regulations 2024 sets a framework for evaluating individuals' suitability for regulated roles in Scotland. This is crucial for roles involving responsibility or influence over vulnerable groups like children and protected adults.

These regulations are designed to ensure that individuals in sensitive positions are appropriately vetted and qualified, promoting safety and trust in sectors such as health care, education, and social services. They specify conditions under which suitability assessments are required and guide the process for conducting these assessments. By doing so, it aims to protect public safety and maintain high standards of professionalism and care in regulated sectors.

These Regulations are active as of December 2024.

Benefits of compliance may include:

• Public Safety: Ensures that individuals in regulated roles are capable and trustworthy, thereby protecting vulnerable groups.
• Consistency and Fairness: Standardises the assessment process across various sectors, ensuring fairness in the evaluation of candidates.
• Clear Guidance: Provides clear guidelines to regulatory bodies and candidates about the assessment processes and criteria.