Terms of Use

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1. Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement between you, whether personally or on behalf of an entity (“you”) and Enhanced DBS Checks (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) concerning your access to and use of https://enhanced-dbschecks.co.uk/ and any associated media channels, mobile applications, or platforms (collectively, the “Site”).

By accessing or using the Site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree, you must immediately discontinue use of the Site.

We may update these Terms at any time by posting revised versions on the Site. Your continued use constitutes acceptance of such changes. You are encouraged to review these Terms regularly.

The Site is intended for users in the United Kingdom. Access from other locations is at your own risk and you are responsible for compliance with local laws. The Site is intended for users aged 18 or older. Individuals under 18 may not use the Site.

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2. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the Site — including text, articles, images, graphics, videos, databases, designs, and code (collectively, the “Content”) — is owned by or licensed to us and protected by UK and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

You are granted a limited, non-transferable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You may download or print content for reference, but may not reproduce, redistribute, or use it commercially without prior written permission.

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3. User Representations

By using the Site, you represent and warrant that:

1. You have the legal capacity to agree to these Terms;

2. You are at least 18 years old;

3. You will not access the Site using automated systems, bots, or scripts;

4. You will not use the Site for unlawful purposes;

5. Your use complies with applicable UK laws and regulations.

Providing false or misleading information may result in suspension or termination of your access.

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4. Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

• Use the Site for purposes other than accessing news and information on employment checks and recruitment compliance;

• Copy, redistribute, or commercially exploit Site content without authorization;

• Upload or transmit malware, spam, or harmful material;

• Circumvent security features;

• Impersonate others or provide false information;

• Engage in unlawful, abusive, or harassing activity;

• Use automated data collection tools such as bots or scrapers.

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5. User Contributions

The Site may allow users to submit comments or feedback. By submitting content, you represent that:

• Your content is accurate, lawful, and does not infringe the rights of any third party;

• Your content is not defamatory, discriminatory, obscene, or abusive;

• You have consent from anyone identifiable in your submission;

We may remove or edit any user contributions at our discretion.

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6. Contribution License

By submitting comments or feedback, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, and publish such contributions. You retain ownership of your content but acknowledge we may use it publicly.

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7. Third-Party Links

The Site may include links to third-party websites or government portals (e.g., DBS, GOV.UK, Home Office). We do not endorse or guarantee the content, privacy policies, or reliability of third-party sites. Accessing them is at your own risk.

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8. Advertisers

The Site may display third-party advertisements. We are not responsible for the accuracy, legality, or reliability of any advertised products or services. We do not endorse third-party offers.

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9. Site Management

We may monitor the Site, remove content, or restrict access to users who violate these Terms. We may modify or discontinue Site content without notice.

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10. Modifications and Interruptions

We may update, remove, or modify Site content at any time. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access and are not liable for downtime, technical issues, or data loss.

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11. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

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12. Compliance Disclaimer

The Site provides news, information, and educational content regarding employment checks, including DBS, BPSS, Right to Work, and other recruitment screening procedures.

Important:

• We do not provide DBS, BPSS, Right to Work services, or any other official vetting services;

• Content is for informational purposes only and is not legal, HR, or professional advice;

• Always consult licensed professionals or relevant authorities before making decisions related to employment screening or compliance;

• We make no guarantees about the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of any content.

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13. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any loss, damage, or inconvenience arising from your use of the Site, reliance on content, or inability to access the Site.

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14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Company, its affiliates, and employees from any claims, losses, or damages arising from your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

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15. User Data

Any data you provide is governed by our Privacy Policy. We take reasonable measures to protect your data but cannot guarantee complete security.

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16. Electronic Communications

By using the Site, you consent to electronic communications, which satisfy any legal requirement for written notices.

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17. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and the Company regarding the Site.

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18. Contact Us

For questions or concerns, please contact:
📧 norman@enhanced-dbschecks.co.uk
🌐 https://enhanced-dbschecks.co.uk/