The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is introducing a new feature to its Barring Referral Service, called “Save and Return”. This feature allows users to save their progress when making referrals and return to complete them at a more convenient time. To access this feature, users will need to create a GOV.UK One Login account, a secure and trusted government service. The “Save and Return” feature addresses a common issue where users had to complete referrals in a single session, or risk losing their work. Many users were not returning to submit referrals after they had been abandoned due to time out or other factors.
The new feature provides several benefits, including allowing users more time to complete their referrals, making it easier to manage workloads, and making the process more convenient. Users can now securely save their work and return to it later, eliminating the need to complete referrals in one session. This added flexibility will also enable users to consult with colleagues or gather further information, resulting in more detailed and accurate referrals. The feature is expected to have a positive impact on the quality of referrals received by DBS.
The “Save and Return” feature will be launched on May 1st, and users can access it through the Barring Referral Service GOV.UK page. To make a referral online, users can visit the same page and follow the instructions. The introduction of this feature demonstrates DBS’s commitment to improving its services and making the referral process more user-friendly. By providing users with more flexibility and convenience, DBS aims to increase the number of referrals submitted and improve the overall quality of the referrals.
Overall, the “Save and Return” feature is a significant improvement to the Barring Referral Service, and it is expected to have a positive impact on the users and the quality of referrals received by DBS. With the launch of this feature, DBS is taking a step towards making the referral process more efficient, convenient, and user-friendly. Users can now make referrals with more ease and flexibility, and DBS can receive more accurate and detailed referrals, ultimately contributing to a safer and more secure environment.