How does an individual make a Freedom of Information request to the DBS?

Individuals can make a Freedom of Information request by:

Email:
dbsfoi@dbs.gov.uk
Post:
The Freedom of Information Team
PO Box 165
Liverpool
L69 3JD

Details of how to apply for information under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 are available through the 'contact DBS' section of the DBS GOV.UK website, at the bottom of the page.

Anyone can make a Freedom of Information request. However, there are certain exemptions to the release of information under the Freedom of Information Act 2000.

In order for a request to be valid, it must be made in writing, contain the requestor's real name, and provide a correspondence address.