The Regulated Roles (Prohibitions and Requirements) (Scotland) Regulations 2024 is designed to manage and control access to regulated roles in Scotland, ensuring that individuals in these roles meet specific suitability criteria to protect public safety and welfare.
These regulations stipulate the requirements and prohibitions associated with employing individuals in regulated roles, particularly those involving contact with vulnerable groups. The aim is to prevent unsuitable persons from entering sensitive positions, thereby safeguarding public and individual safety. Compliance with these regulations is essential for organisations to maintain the trust placed in them by the public and to uphold the safety and security of individuals under their care.
Benefits of compliance may include: