The Child Exploitation and Online Protection Centre (CEOP) works across the UK and maximises international links to deliver a holistic approach that combines Police powers with dedicated expertise of business sectors, government, specialist charities and other interested organisations all focused on tackling child sex abuse wherever and whenever it happens.   More information is on their website at www.ceop.gov.uk

The Catholic Church has access to free PVG Scheme Record checks through the Central Registered Body in Scotland CRBS.   You can find out more about CRBS by visiting their website at www.crbs.org.uk

Improving the protection of children and young people is a priority for the Scottish Government.   To find out more about what the Scottish Government is doing to improve the protection of children in Scotland then visit their website at www.scotland.gov.uk