Vetting & Digitisation

Meetings, minutes and updates

Workstream Schedule

While we always aim to keep to the planned timetable, there may occasionally be changes to dates. If this happens, you will be notified by email. You can expect to receive a Microsoft Teams invite for all of the following scheduled meetings within 5 working days of registering. If you do not receive an invite withing 5 working days, please email: comms@securityleaders.co.uk

27 August 2026 14:00 - 15:00pm	24 September 2026 14:00 - 15:00pm	29 October 2026 14:00 - 15:00pm
26 November 2026 14:00 - 15:00pm	28 January 2027 14:00 - 15:00pm	25 February 2027 14:00 - 15:00pm

27 August 2026

August Workstream

Clare Rogers, NSI, joined the call to answer questions around vetting standards. Covering questions and clarifications around BS7858, Overseas Employment, and duplication.

Meeting Minutes

30 July 2026

July Workstream

This session discussed the interpretations and application on BS7858. Topics of overseas verification, screening challenges, and duplication of checks were also discussed by the group. Questions were collated for NSI.

Meeting Minutes

29 June 2026

June Workstream

This meeting encouraged an open discussion around vetting and digital solutions within the security industry. The group discussed topics of improvements, risks and collaboration.

Meeting Minutes

June 2026

Workstream Streamlined

The workstream has been streamlined to focus on digital solutions and vetting across the industry. Led by Keith Middleton, supported by Paul Evans and Abbey Petkar. The initial meeting will take place on Monday 29 June, 14:30 - 15:30.

Register for the workstream here.

28 November 2025

The workstream lead and registered members meet for the first time

The first meeting brought together industry stakeholders to set the direction for the workstream. Members considered the existing processes, identified the main challenges and planned their next steps.

Read the full meeting minutes here.

06 January 2026

Second workstream meeting scheduled

The Vetting, Data & Digital workstream group will meet again in January. New members are still being sought to get involved and help drive positive change. Please register below to receive meeting invites and take part.

Join the workstream.