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PVG scheme: lists of those unsuitable to do regulated roles

Appeal against a listing decision

Last updated
1 Apr 2025

If you disagree with the decision to list you, you can appeal to a sheriff. This must be done within 3 months of Disclosure Scotland's decision to list you.

You will remain barred from working with the group you’re barred from until the appeal is decided.

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If the sheriff thinks you're unsuitable for a regulated role, the listing will remain in place. If the sheriff thinks you're suitable for a regulated role, you will be removed from the list.

If you disagree with the sheriff's decision, you can appeal against it to the sheriff principal. Disclosure Scotland can also appeal the decision if they disagree with it. Contact your local sheriff court for information on how to make this appeal.

The sheriff principal's decision is final unless they allow an appeal to the Inner House of the Court of Session. The decision of the Inner House is final.

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