Forensic Science Regulator

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• Forensic Science Evidence in Question
  This article, published in the 'Criminal Law Review' (Issue 5, 2011), adds a sense of perspective to the current debates about the presentation of forensic science evidence in court. Two of the authors, Paul Roberts and Colin Aitken, are working with the regulator on guidance for the presentation of evidence and we hope to be able to publish more in the near future.
  Published 1 Febrauary 2012
• New Year recognition
  Andrew Rennison, the Forensic Science Regulator, was delighted to see two people who are prominent in UK forensic science recognised in the New Year honours list.
  
  Professor Jack Crane, NI state pathologist, was awarded the CBE for his services to forensic pathology. Mrs June Guiness, forensic science regulation unit, was awarded an OBE for her services to forensic science.
  
  The regulator sends his warm congratulations to them both, and his thanks for their continuing work to improve the quality of forensic science used in our criminal justice systems.
  Published 06 January 2012
• Developing a quality standard for fingerprint examination
  This position paper sets out the initial views of the fingerprint quality standards specialist group, which was set up to advise on the standards needed for fingerprint methods. The conclusion is that there should be further discussions and a consultation on a quality standards framework for fingerprints.
  Published 21 December 2011
• The Fingerprint Inquiry Scotland Report
  The final report of this public inquiry is now available to download.
  Published 21 December 2011
• Forensic Science Regulator Newsletter 18
  Read a copy of the newsletter published by the Forensic Science Regulator to keep Stakeholders up to date on his work.
  Published 15 December 2011
• 2012 Fingerprint Society conference
  Find out more about this annual conference (13-15 April) and the launch of international fingerprint week.
  Published 22 November 2011