What safeguards exist to prevent public bodies from associating with charities whose safeguarding records are in question.

The Scottish Government has safeguarding guidance on child protection and working with vulnerable adults, etc. Public bodies are expected to ensure any partner organisation aligns with this framework, particularly when working with vulnerable groups.Public bodies are therefore expected to carry out due diligence, include safeguarding compliance, in funding and partnership agreements and ensure regulatory oversight, risk management and safeguarding policies are in place. This will support public bodies to assess any safeguarding concerns and enable appropriate action to be taken.The Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator may, where necessary, inform relevant public authorities where there are concerns about a charity.