InstantForum 2016-2 FinaltheForumhttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/theForumSun, 31 May 2026 10:15:16 GMT20https://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost36127.aspxI had some fantastic help and guidance from the forums and Unlock relating to having my convictions removed from my BASIC DBS check, due to the fact that they were officially classed as spent. Thank you everyone involved.&nbsp;<br/><br/>I still have anothSun, 31 May 2026 09:12:58 GMTMrWLJ71https://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost33367.aspxIs it a good idea to use LinkedIn with an S.O? Not Googleable (S.O. for images). I wanted to improve online employment chances - freelance/marketing etc. Thanks.Thu, 28 May 2026 23:41:05 GMTCatzhttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost22207.aspxNot sure how many of you have Japan on your list of potential holiday destinations but if you do,we've produced some new information setting out details of when your criminal record might be a problem. <a href="https://hub.unlock.org.uk/knowledgebase/travThu, 28 May 2026 23:24:19 GMTDeb Shttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost35942.aspxWorrying update on their T's and C's:<br/>Premier Inn reserves the right to decline or cancel reservations made and stays in progress by those who have previously breached these terms and conditions (as may be updated from time to time), whether the reserThu, 28 May 2026 23:21:07 GMTMarcuSmithhttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost36010.aspxI recently completed a course via the Lucy Faithfull Foundation (LFF) which I found to be very useful. I am now separately taking part in one on one therapy with a psychologist who specialises in sexual offending, in order to apply the lessons I learned vThu, 28 May 2026 23:15:31 GMTDharmahttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost36017.aspxGot the knock at 9am on December 17th, completely shocked. My IP address was flagged accessing a torrent site that also contained IIOC. Although I was not looking for IIOC, I was downloading porn packs without doing any checks on what these could contain.Thu, 28 May 2026 23:13:34 GMTSullyhttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost27879.aspxHello everyone, first post here,&nbsp;<br/>Ive been on the register nearly 10 years and due to come of it first week of September, ive traveled abroad a fair few times never had any problems in Europe etc, until last year in France when i got pulled to onThu, 28 May 2026 22:30:15 GMTsheffieldlhttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost36110.aspx<ul><li>No UK register obligations</li><li>British-like culture, intertwined with British economy. London-linked work from home opportunities exist. Dublin is like an extremely chill version of London.</li><li>Slightly diminished Google Effect (UK storiesThu, 28 May 2026 11:27:08 GMTStersco83https://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost36058.aspxIf someone travels to for example Turkey (could be anywhere) and stays for 90 days could they within that 90 days visit another country and then return to Turkey ?&nbsp;<br/><br/>You obviously need to give details to the UK police that your travelling to Wed, 27 May 2026 21:35:50 GMTWorriedmanhttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost34782.aspxAs many already know, earlier this year I was successful in discharging my SHPO. Upon leaving the court room I spoke with my barrister and asked him regarding visits made by PPU which he confirmed would no longer take place.<br/><br/>I contacted the offenTue, 26 May 2026 17:09:40 GMTxDanxhttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost36111.aspx<br/>It's mostly behind me now but as my adventure draws to an end I might was well share a positive experience I had with police halfway through.<br/><br/>In 2021 I was photographing my own back garden mid-summer, partly for the benefit of the landscape Tue, 26 May 2026 17:05:15 GMTStersco83https://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost33759.aspxThe media reaction to this case was very unexpected. A lot of the newspapers who absolutely hate SO, were extremely critical of Philip Schofield, for disowning his brother.<br/><br/>We know that the view of the press, is that SO are inhuman monsters, beinTue, 26 May 2026 15:55:45 GMTpunter99https://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost26615.aspxOk, I don't know how this translates into practical advice, but...if you feel your lives would be made several times easier if not for the Google Effect, take heart!<br/><br/>A 2016 article about me in the Edinburgh Evening News, which always used to be nTue, 26 May 2026 15:24:39 GMTHarmlesshttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost32768.aspxSo I thought I would start a post where everyone in a similar position to me can post any ideas of what has worked for them and what didn't work.This can range from training to self employment to employed work. I will list everything I have managed to do Tue, 26 May 2026 13:54:23 GMTAradiahttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost34534.aspxHey folks, <br/><br/>I thought I'd document my second attempt at trying to get search results about me removed in the hopes it may help someone in the future and give a bit of a realistic overview of what actually happens.<br/><br/>So a quick recap of theMon, 25 May 2026 22:33:09 GMTkhafkahttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost36092.aspx<br/>My 2016 voyeurism conviction (based on 2007 events), expired in 2022 (with 2022 and 2026 certificates to show for it), but I never got round to contacting Google over it -- I guess I thought I got lucky based on several facts:<br/><br/>1) Only severaMon, 25 May 2026 09:32:03 GMTStersco83https://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost36098.aspx<div><br/>Leaving aside the question of actual travel, is being on the SOR a logical hindrance to ESTA application process?<br/><br/>What about being on the SOR while somewhere abroad? I.e. when notices may be up.<br/><br/>FYI I recently applied successfuSun, 24 May 2026 22:25:56 GMTStersco83https://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost36082.aspxHey folks,<br/><br/>Not sure what I'm looking for either, maybe just a bit or moral support or to vent but woke up this morning (on my birthday no less) to the front door of my flat being covered in some kind of sauce. I live in a top floor flat and nobodFri, 15 May 2026 01:38:12 GMTkhafkahttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost35317.aspxi had the knock about a month ago.<br/>for sexual comms with a child(13) also seems it was a police operation(not that it really matters)<br/>ive been struggling a lot with not having real contact with my son (bail conditions of not unsupervised with undeThu, 07 May 2026 23:06:04 GMTkrakenhttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost26994.aspxApologies for asking questions that have probably been covered already. <br />I want to travel to USA to close a business deal in the near future. I'm self employed and have two spent convictions from 2009 - one common assault and one of voyeurism. I was Thu, 07 May 2026 22:02:12 GMTSpiphttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost35814.aspxHi I have always wanted to go to America and I have a family holiday booked in may 2026, I have one previous conviction for stalking in June 2020, because of this when I done my esta visa form recently I put no on the do you have any criminal convictions Tue, 05 May 2026 21:45:47 GMTUKboxerhttps://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost11006.aspxHi<br><br>First post here. <br>I've read all the usual posts about<b></b> the chances of getting to the US and not declaring an arrest (in my case a caution nearly 10 years ago). <br>I'm wondering whether to do a dummy run on a work trip first rather thanTue, 05 May 2026 21:43:37 GMTTom77https://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost35965.aspxHi, I’m not sure if anyone can help but I’m looking for some advice.<br /><br />Back in 2018 I got arrested after a few stressful months I got let off without a caution or a charge. Fast forward to three years ago and I was travelling to Florida im AutistTue, 05 May 2026 17:04:08 GMTDanPom1900https://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost36038.aspxI have unspent SO convictions which have been a barrier to finding work for a long time. My work coach suggests that, as well as continuing to make applications directly to employers in response to job ads, I look to build a network of helpful people who Tue, 05 May 2026 09:13:54 GMTAirlane1979https://forum.unlock.org.uk/FindPost36033.aspxUnlock is looking for a <strong>Head of Operations, Governance and Programmes Support</strong> to help keep the organisation running smoothly and support the work that makes real change happen.&nbsp;<br/><br/>This role sites right at the heart of Unlock. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:03:51 GMTDeb S