CRB Protocol for Members
Newham Council has approved mandatory DBS checks for its members, updating the CRB Protocol.
Newham councillors approved mandatory basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks for all elected members on October 5, 2026, following a motion proposed by Councillor Tahir Mirza and seconded by Councillor Syed Naqvi. The decision was made to enhance transparency and public assurance, with the motion arguing that councillors hold positions of public trust. This approval resolves to update the CRB Protocol for Members.
The approved motion also includes setting compliance timelines for these new mandatory checks. A basic DBS check is described as a low-cost measure that provides additional assurance without undermining democratic mandates, according to the motion. The council's protocol for Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) checks, which have been replaced by DBS checks, will be updated as a result of this decision.
Key facts
- Newham councillors approved mandatory basic DBS checks for all elected members on October 5, 2026. Source
- The approved motion resolves to update the CRB Protocol for Members and set compliance timelines. Source
- The motion was proposed by Councillor Tahir Mirza and seconded by Councillor Syed Naqvi. Source
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