SCOTTISH RUGBY – PVG NEW PROCESS

NEW PVG PROCESS

A new Scottish Rugby Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) process is starting on the 20th April 2026

Please see the link below for a guide on how to follow the new PVG process on SCRUMS

Link: PVG Applicant User Guide

See also: Disclosure Scotland ID Checking Guidelines for a list of acceptable IDs that can be used

If you have any questions, please contact our Safeguarding Officer, Gary Coupland, in the first instance. See below for Gary’s contact details.

WHO IS REQUIRED TO TAKE A PVG?

Coaches, First Aiders, Team Managers, Parent Helpers, Safeguarding Officer, Assistant SO, Physios and those who have a position of strategic control or management oversight.

If you are unsure, then please contact Gary, who will be able to advise you.