Posted By Robert K Lewis It really is difficult to know where wisdom ends and paranoia starts nowdays with this issue. There was the case of a driver of a new BMW in w. Yorks who had his plate cloned in Kent. Police pursued a car after an unreported accident damaging a car. They threatened the Yorks guy with arrest until they found the crashed clone car. It is so easy and where does it end. Most employers want an NI number as it is evidence that a person is able to work in this country - at least it was until recent Home Office - DWP information release. I do think that there is a need though to re-assess some of the preliminary questions asked for 1st interviews. Bob

Posted By Richard Stewart Jim This is a very interesting point - both Employers and Agencies are now forced to keep an enormous amount of information about all employees and introductions. However often the reason for asking for it on the application form is not because of necessity (at that stage) but because of the difficulty in getting the information later on. Have you lost the opportunity because you did not complete the application fully? Perhaps - really does depend on the company but I would not have thought so. I understand identity theft is a big issue but surely this is also a risk assessment issue - either make sensible precautions or not provide anyone when any info that could lead to identity fraud - therefore no job, no bank account, no mortgage, etc Richard Stewart Anders Elite

Posted By Martin R. Bessant The Moderators have noted this problem but do not feel able to get involved as this is a problem between individuals. We do however suggest that where information is being requested which could be misused, the person should explain their concerns with the company and try and make arrangements which satisfy both parties. This will not be a problem from the 4th July on this forum as all job available adverts will be transfering to the SHP. Martin Bessant - Lead Moderator.

Posted By Dave Wilson I agree mate, however do we have to lsit the companies we work / have worked for or just a line 'Recruitment advisor' for instance I could say I work for BLA BLA asbestos removal company or worked for Bla Bla Airline which is in essence a little free advertisement. However if you are also using your companies email address then that info could be gained but you are not advertsing it if you see what I mean.