When will it be live
The Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme is expected to go live in 2010 and, at the time of publication, the exact date is still to be confirmed by the Scottish Government.
After go live, it is expected to take four years to phase in the PVG Scheme.
First year of operation
During the first year after go live, the PVG Scheme will only be available to those who are joining the vulnerable groups' workforce for the first time, moving posts or whose circumstances have changed. Applications to join the scheme will continue to be made and responded to on paper.
Introduction of electronic systems
Around one year after go live, the new secure, electronic PVG Scheme system will become available which means that organisations, groups and individuals will be able to interact with the scheme online.
Wider scheme membership
Shortly after the electronic system goes live it is expected that existing members of the vulnerable groups' workforce will begin to join the PVG Scheme. This is expected to take three years and will be planned and phased in partnership with groups and organisations to minimise any administrative burden.
What help will be available?
A co-ordinated and comprehensive package of information, guidance and training materials will be available in the run up to, and after, go live. This will be supported by a series of information and training events.
