§ Lord Hodgson of Astley Abbottsasked Her Majesty's Government:
Further to the answer by the Baroness Scotland of Asthal on 16 June (Official Report, col. 522) concerning the Capita contract for the Criminal Records Bureau, what "further checks" are contemplated; over what time will they be introduced; and what their cost will be. [HL3470]
§ Baroness Scotland of AsthalIt has always been the intention that the Criminal Records Bureau should issue three levels of disclosure, and the contract provides accordingly. We have made it clear that the lowest level of disclosures—basics, which will show any unspent convictions—will be introduced as soon as practicable. But the priority for the CRB is to ensure that demand for higher-level disclosures is fully met, and that applicants for such disclosures receive a satisfactory service. Basic disclosures will not be introduced until these objectives have been met. The level of fee will be announced at the appropriate time.