Forensic Testing Service
About Us
Forensic Testing Services (FTS) provides accredited drug, alcohol and DNA testing for family law, social care and safeguarding cases.
Founded in 2009, we operate from a UKAS accredited laboratory in West Yorkshire and support courts, local authorities, legal professionals and private individuals with clear, court-ready evidence.
Our work combines forensic science with expert interpretation from qualified forensic toxicologists, helping decision-makers understand results in context and act with confidence.
Our Mission
To support the family courts in making fair, informed decisions.
We do this by providing comprehensive forensic analysis and expert opinion that meets the highest scientific and legal standards. Our in-house expert witnesses are available for court appearances where clarification, context or independent challenge is required.
We report all findings and explain what they mean, so courts have the full picture when making safeguarding decisions.
Our Vision
We want to see forensic testing used consistently, responsibly and with proper interpretation, so decisions affecting children and families are based on reliable evidence rather than incomplete results or assumptions.
Our Values
Integrity
We are committed to raising standards in forensic testing across the family justice system. We advocate for practices that properly serve both clients and the courts, including reporting that reflects the requirements of case law.
Transparency
We report all findings and explain them clearly. We do not decide what information is relevant to the court. That responsibility sits where it belongs.
Doing The Right Thing
We understand that our reports can influence the outcome of a family’s future. We do not take shortcuts in testing or reporting, and we treat every case with the seriousness it deserves.
Preventing Injustice
By ensuring testing is performed, analysed and reported correctly, we help reduce the risk of flawed decisions that may place children at risk.
Our Laboratory
FTS operates an in-house UKAS accredited laboratory in West Yorkshire.
All analysis is carried out by qualified scientists using validated methods that meet international standards. Testing, reporting and interpretation are managed under one roof to ensure consistency, accuracy and full chain of custody.
Commitment to Quality
We operate in full compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017, ensuring our results are accurate, reliable and legally defensible.
Our accreditation confirms that every stage of testing meets the highest quality standards. Combined with expert forensic reporting, this provides courts with evidence that is clear, complete and fit for purpose.
Our Team
We guide every case from instruction to expert report with professionalism, care and consistency. Our multi-disciplinary team includes:
Qualified Forensic Toxicologists
Reporting scientists
Laboratory Specialists
Collection Officers
Customer Service Team
Work for FTS
We welcome applications from scientists, toxicologists and support professionals who share our commitment to accuracy, fairness and high standards in family law testing.
Mirfield, West Yorkshire
Client Liaison Executive
Mirfield, West Yorkshire
Case Manager - Customer Service, Expert Support Team
North East / Newcastle area
Rapid Response Sample Collection Technician
Accreditation & Memberships
We are members of the Society of Hair Testing (SoHT).
The SoHT helps set industry standards to ensure the future of hair testing and its continued acceptance as evidence in court.
As a Member of The International Association of Forensic Toxicologists (TIAFT), FTS must adhere to a strict code of conduct in accordance with the associations’ ethical principles.
The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI).
Paul Hunter, Founder of FTS is a member of the ABPI. The ABPI exists to make the UK the best place in the world to research, develop and use new medicines. We represent companies of all sizes who invest in discovering the medicines of the future.
What Our Customers Say
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General Enquiries
Call: 01924 480272
Email: expert@forensic-testing.co.uk
Office Opening Hours
Monday – Friday: 08:30 – 17:30
Out of hours message service available