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Require DBS checks for delivery drivers

Submitted by Ronald Kain on Sunday 29th June 2025

Published on Friday 25th July 2025

Current status: Closed

Closed: Sunday 25th January 2026

Signatures: 401

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Basics ~ checks ~ concerns ~ Delivering ~ delivery ~ Disabled ~ Doors ~ drivers ~ Economy ~ Homes ~ Individuals ~ Mandatory ~ Prevent ~ Safety ~ vulnerability

Petition Action

Require DBS checks for delivery drivers

Petition Details

We call on the UK Government to make it mandatory for all delivery drivers—including those working for gig economy platforms—to undergo at least a Basic DBS check. We believe this would help to prevent exploitation and protect public safety.

Additional Information

We call on the UK Government to make it mandatory for all delivery drivers—including those working for gig economy platforms—to undergo at least a Basic DBS check. We are concerned that vulnerable people, including elderly, women, and disabled individuals, open their doors daily to strangers delivering food or parcels. It may then be possible for the driver to enter their homes. Most other drivers are required to have DBS checks; we believe the same should apply to delivery workers.


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