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Social Care PVG Scheme Applications: Temporary Fee Waiver

Created: 10/08/2026
News/Events Category: General News
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Disclosure Scotland have provided information regarding the social care workforce eligibility and how to have the fee for your Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme application waived.

The Scottish Government will pay the cost of Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme applications for eligible social care workers. Applications normally cost £18 for existing members and £59 for individuals joining the PVG scheme.  

This waiver applies to PVG scheme applications received to Volunteer Scotland Disclosure Services (VSDS) and submitted to Disclosure Scotland between 1 August 2026 and 31 July 2027. 




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