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Is now a registered body with the criminal Records Bureau

Implementing basic child protection and safeguarding procedures is relatively straightforward for brass bands now that BFBB has become a Registered Body with the Criminal Records Bureau (CRB). Last year saw a massive cull of bodies that were previously registered to process the CRB forms. Those not meeting a disclosure threshold were deregistered leaving some bands with difficult and restricted access to the CRB. As a registered umbrella body, BFBB will endeavour to process applications quickly and without any fuss for bands.

The BFBB is pleased to announce that this new service is free to member bands. A small administration charge will be made for applications received from non-member bands and other organisations.

It is very important that all bands use the CRB facility. We know that many of you have not registered your members to-date so we advise you to take a look at the procedures you have in place to see if they are up to date. We advise that any senior members who work with young people agree to a CRB check. If you apply for some grants or apply for charitable status you will need to have your CRB checks in place.

If you would like more information or assistance concerning your CRB applications contact

Derek Atkinson - 01744755463 or

Email derek@nwcbba.fsnet.co.uk

Two useful information packs; the BFBB Child Protection Policy and the Code of Conduct, compliment the BFBB Registered Body status and are available for all bands to download from the child protection section of the information pages.