The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) is supporting National Safeguarding Week Wales 2026, which runs from 9 to 13 November 2026 and brings organisations and professionals across Wales together to consider safeguarding awareness, learning and practice.

According to the DBS, its checks are one part of its contribution to safeguarding, and depending on the role, organisation and circumstances of a professional, other DBS-related aspects may also apply, including eligibility for checks, regulated activity, referral responsibilities and barring. During the week, DBS regional outreach adviser for Wales Owain Rowlands will contribute expertise to a number of sessions arranged by regional safeguarding boards.

Confirmed activities listed by the DBS include sessions with Cardiff and Vale, Gwent, North Wales, Mid and West Wales, and West Glamorgan safeguarding boards, covering topics such as DBS essentials, the legal duty to refer, safeguarding awareness, and harmful behaviour outside the workplace. The sessions are organised and delivered by the relevant regional boards, with the DBS contributing its expertise as part of the wider week. The DBS said its information, guidance and support remain available beyond the week, including through its regional outreach advisers.