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<p>The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology does not hold central records
of criminal convictions. When joining the department all candidates undergo a Disclosure
and Barring Service (DBS) check which checks for unspent criminal convictions. Where
a candidate does have unspent criminal convictions, these are shared with the individual
vacancy holder for them to consider as this is likely to have impact on individuals’
suitability for the role. The department is looking at how it can engage with the
across government Going Forward into Employment (GFIE) schemes, including for prison
leavers.</p>
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