VALIDATE UK is a PASS accredited proof of age card scheme. According to a recent PASS audit, VALIDATE UK has a robust verification process for applicant and verifier data, requiring two forms of identification rather than one. The UK government and police support PASS as a reliable way for youth to prove their age without risking theft of valuable IDs like passports. VALIDATE UK provides materials to help retailers comply with age restrictions on goods and services.

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2. VALIDATE UK a PASS accredited Proof of Age Card An extract from our recent PASS audit “ The scheme is very strong on verification of the data supplied by applicants and verifiers and this process was felt to be robust. Two forms of copy documentation were requested as against the one specified in the PASS criteria. The auditee felt that having 2 forms gave greater certainty and evidence was produced of rejected applications where one piece of evidence contradicted the other” February 2011

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6. 4 Point Check Is the photo a true likeness ? Check Age Check for a genuine PASS hologram Ask customer to confirm date of birth & name

7. On the 1st October 2010 the mandatory “ask for proof of age” was introduced as part of the licensing review. James Brokenshire MP, Under Secretary of State for Crime Prevention made the following statement:- “ The Government wholeheartedly supports the Proof of Age Standards Scheme (PASS) and would encourage all retailers to accept it as proof of age. Young people are rightly concerned about taking their passport with them on a night out, due to the risk of theft or loss, and they require a reliable document in order to prove their entitlement to purchase age restricted goods. I am keen to reassure retailers that accepting a PASS hologram card which carries the bearer’s image and acceptable date of birth is due diligence and can be accepted with confidence.” What does the Government say ?

8. What do the police think ? Chief Constable Jon Stoddart, Licensing Lead, Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) recently said:- “ The Proof of Age Standards Scheme (PASS) has ACPO’s full support as a vital tool in helping to reduce underage drinking and the associated harms to individuals and society. PASS gives young people a convenient means of proving their age and offers retailers a reliable means of ensuring that they are exercising due diligence at the point of sale. ACPO advises against the practice of carrying valuable ID such as a passport for alcohol related purchases; if lost or stolen such documents can be of use to criminals as well as causing inconvenience and expense to those who have to replace them.”

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12. Posters Point of Sale Holders Application Forms Information Leaflets Specimen & PASS Training Cards Help & Advice ! To Order Telephone 01434 634996 E Mail carol@validateuk.co.uk