When will it go live?

The PVG Scheme commenced on 28 February 2011.

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.

In the 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.

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, in partnership with groups and organisations to minimise any administrative burden.